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Alzheimer's Genetic Study of 2.8 Million People Maps 48 New Risk Regions and Points to Brain Immune Cells

A Nature study of 2.8 million people identified 127 DNA regions linked to Alzheimer's risk, including 48 new regions, with many signals involving microglia and neurons.

Medical Daily · Oct 31

ADHD Diagnosis Rate in U.S. Children Rose to 13.8% by 2025, but New CDC Data Cannot Explain Why

Neue CDC-Daten zeigen, dass 13,8 Prozent der US-Kinder und Jugendlichen jemals eine ADHD-Diagnose erhalten haben. Die Erhebung belegt jedoch nicht, warum die Rate gestiegen ist.

Medical Daily · Oct 31

Warning Signs And Symptoms Of Lewy Body Dementia After Acting Legend Patrick Stewart Tragically Passes Away

Sir Patrick Stewart kept much of his personal life away from the spotlight, but news of his health battle following his passing has brought renewed attention to a little-understood neurological condition.

Bored Panda · Oct 30

Can You Have a Stroke Without Realising It? The Warning Signs People Miss

A stroke results when blood flow to part of the brain is reduced or a blood vessel ruptures. Brain cells will start to become damaged soon after. Every stroke is different. Some cause sudden symptoms such as weakness, speech issues or balance issues. Others may cause only mild symptoms. Can…

MyLifeXP · Oct 29

One Extra Year of Required Schooling Linked to Fewer Dementia Diagnoses in 100,000-Person UK Natural Experiment

A large UK study found that students required to stay in school one extra year had fewer dementia diagnoses decades later, especially those with higher genetic risk.

Medical Daily · Oct 29

New study estimates 75% of deceased ex-NFL players had brain disease CTE

Research looked at prevalence of chronic traumatic encephalopathy in 2,362 players who died in 2008-2023

The Guardian - US · Oct 28

Dementia cases in US projected to rise dramatically by 2050, study finds

Increase will add strain on a healthcare system already struggling amid cuts by Trump administration

The Guardian - US · Oct 28

Michael J.Fox’s foundation launched Parkinson’s study in 2010; 50 million times data downloaded

The Michael J. Fox Foundation has evolved its Parkinson’s Progression Markers Initiative into the Parkinson’s Precision Medicine Initiative, focusing on tailored treatments based on individual biological differences in patients. With over 4,200 clinical participants and more than 47,000 online contributors, this initiative aims to innovate clinical trial designs and ensure…

The Times of India · Oct 28

Patients in Australia can now be diagnosed with ADHD by a GP. What does this mean for treatment?

Many jurisdictions have started to change the rules on diagnosing the disorder, allowing local doctors to play a more central role in care

The Guardian - AU · Oct 27

FDA Launches New Neuroscience Program to Improve Alzheimer's Prevention Trials and Support Future Treatments for Brain Disorders

The FDA launched a neuroscience program focused on improving Alzheimer's prevention trials and helping researchers develop future treatments.

Medical Daily · Oct 27