Alzheimers

$3.5 million to help IU School of Medicine study brain disorders

$3.5 million to help IU School of Medicine study brain disorders

The judges Kerry Erickson, Acting Editor, The Times of Northwest Indiana Kerry Ericson Tony V. Martin, dossier, The Times Kerry Erickson is the acting editor of the Times of Northwest Indiana. Erickson holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Eastern Illinois University and served as an associate feature editor and overnight editor at The Times. …

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Gene expression data indicates that exercise is the most effective treatment for Alzheimer's disease

Gene expression data indicates that exercise is the most effective treatment for Alzheimer’s disease

An analysis of 22 large-scale gene expression datasets showed exercise and general activity to be the most effective theoretical treatment for reversing gene expressions typical of Alzheimer’s disease. Fluoxetine, a well-known antidepressant, has also shown an effect, especially when combined with exercise. Curcumin has also shown positive effects. The study was published in Scientific reports. …

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Promising trial targets genetic risk for Alzheimer's disease

Promising trial targets genetic risk for Alzheimer’s disease

In a bold attempt to halt the progression of some cases of Alzheimer’s disease, a group of researchers are trying something new: injecting a protective gene into patients’ brains. The trial only involved five patients with a particular genetic risk for Alzheimer’s disease. They received a very low dose of gene therapy – a safety …

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