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<p>Fans suffering from dementia walked out with the players at Wembley. Picture: Adam Davy/PA</p>

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Football fans with dementia walk out with players for England-Wales match

The 22 adults were nominated from across England and Wales to represent the different types of dementia.

The FDA has approved the use of Kisunla, known chemically as donanemab, for use in mild or early cases of dementia caused by Alzheimer’s (Yui Mok/PA)

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FDA approves second Alzheimer’s drug that can modestly slow disease

<p>Alzheimer’s disease on the mother’s side is linked to ‘increased risk’ of the disease, a study suggests </p>

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Alzheimer’s disease on mother’s side linked to ‘increased risk’ of the condition

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Common hormone could become new dementia drug, scientists say

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Gene mutation that ‘reduces odds of Alzheimer’s disease by 70%’ discovered

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Poor navigation could predict Alzheimer’s years before symptoms appear – study

Researchers identify cases of Alzheimer’s believed to be transmitted from donors

The new study provides the first evidence of Alzheimer’s disease in living people that appears to have been medically acquired from deceased donors and due to transmission of a toxic protein that causes the condition

Mon, 29 Jan, 2024

Japan approves its first Alzheimer’s drug

Japan’s health ministry has approved Leqembi, a drug for Alzheimer’s disease that was jointly developed by Japanese and US pharmaceutical companies. It is the first drug for treatment of the disease in a country with a rapidly ageing population.

Tue, 26 Sep, 2023

Higher levels of lean muscle might protect against Alzheimer’s disease – study

Having high levels of lean muscle may reduce your chances of developing Alzheimer’s disease, research suggests.

Fri, 30 Jun, 2023

World ‘on cusp of first treatments for Alzheimer’s disease’ after drug trial

The drug also resulted in 40% less decline in the ability to perform activities of daily living, according to the firm.

Wed, 03 May, 2023

Alzheimer’s drug lowers levels of protein known to cause disease, suggests study

The findings indicate scientists can alter the amount of tau – one of the proteins that cause Alzheimer’s – by silencing the messages from DNA that make the abnormal protein within each cell, with a drug called BIIB080 (MAPTRx).

Mon, 24 Apr, 2023

New test could detect Alzheimer’s disease 3.5 years before diagnosis – study

While Alzheimer’s affects the formation of new brain cells in the hippocampus during the early stages of the disease, previous research has only been able to study neurogenesis in its later stages through post-mortem examinations

Fri, 27 Jan, 2023

Blood markers ‘may reveal rare form of Alzheimer’s 10 years before symptoms’

The scientists said their findings, published in the journal Brain, could lead to earlier detection of the disease and help slow it down with drugs

Wed, 11 Jan, 2023

US approves Alzheimer’s drug that can slow disease’s progress

US health officials have approved a drug that has been shown to slow the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease.

Sat, 07 Jan, 2023

Molecule in urine ‘could be the first to reveal early-stage Alzheimer’s disease’

A new study is the first to identify a molecule in urine that can reveal early-stage Alzheimer’s disease. The research suggests the finding could pave the way for an inexpensive and convenient test for the disease.

Wed, 30 Nov, 2022

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New method could help predict Alzheimer’s risk before symptoms start – study

Researchers have developed a new method that could help identify people who are at greater risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease before symptoms appear. Experts suggest this could help speed up the creation of new treatments for the disease.

Thu, 01 Sep, 2022

Cork duo develop an app to help those living with dementia connect with loved ones

Two young members of UCC’s Entrepreneur Society have developed an app that challenge the stigma around dementia and helps people connect through memories.

Sun, 14 Aug, 2022

Prof Luke O’Neill: The viciousness of anti-vaxxers surprises me - but a lot of them are just frightened

— There are lots of us now, worldwide, that have become known because of our work during the pandemic. It’s not a bad thing because we want to get the message out about how great science is, but it is strange

Sat, 05 Feb, 2022

Animal study indicates hope for Alzheimer’s vaccine and treatment

The study suggests both an antibody-based treatment and protein-based vaccine developed by the team reduced symptoms of Alzheimer’s in mouse models of the disease

Mon, 15 Nov, 2021

Alzheimer’s disease markers seen in Covid-19 patients with neurological symptoms

Cognitive problems were found to be associated with poor physical health and low oxygen saturation.

Fri, 30 Jul, 2021

Cholesterol in middle aged ‘linked to Alzheimer’s more than 10 years later’

High levels of cholesterol in middle-age are associated with an increased risk of developing dementia and Alzheimer’s disease more than a decade later, new research suggests.

Sat, 24 Jul, 2021

Drug ‘does not affect cognitive decline in those with Alzheimer’s mutation’

An experimental drug for Alzheimer’s disease prevention does not significantly affect cognitive decline, new research suggests. However, the treatment did reduce markers of disease and curbed neurodegeneration in the brain.

Mon, 21 Jun, 2021

US approves much-debated drug which could treat Alzheimer's disease

It is the only drug that US regulators have said can likely treat the underlying disease, rather than manage symptoms like anxiety and insomnia

Mon, 07 Jun, 2021

Eli Lilly shares soar 13% on Alzheimer’s drug trial results

Pharma company's experimental Alzheimer’s drug Donanemab showed it slowed by about a third the rate of decline in a combined measure of cognition and function in early-stage victims of the disease

Mon, 11 Jan, 2021

Study links higher BMI in early adulthood to increased dementia risk

People who are overweight in early adult life may be more prone to dementia in later life, a study suggests. Those aged 20 to 49 who have a high body mass index have a greater risk of dementia later on, the authors said.

Thu, 30 Jul, 2020

‘Broken’ health care for patients with dementia

The granting of court orders to prevent two patients with dementia from leaving a hospital is indicative of a “broken healthcare system” for people with dementia, campaigners say.

Sat, 04 Aug, 2018

Riverdance set to tackle 12 hour dance-a-thon challenge for Alzheimers

The stars of Riverdance are taking to the streets of Dublin this Thursday for a dancing challenge like no other.

Thu, 21 Jun, 2018

200,000 family members are caring for loved-ones

Some 200,000 people care for loved-ones in Ireland. Among them is Jack Brennan, an 84-year-old who cares for his beloved wife, Bernie. She has Alzheimer’s disease and cannot even perform the most basic tasks.

Wed, 06 Dec, 2017

Forget me not: Kathy Ryan talks about living with early-onset Alzheimer's

Early-onset Alzheimer’s is a frightening illness, as ex-bank worker Kathy Ryan tells Colette Sheridan

Thu, 21 Sep, 2017

Wicklow students write beautiful song to raise awarness for Alzheimer's and stroke victims

Students at Coláiste Chill Mhantáin in Wicklow have produced a touching song inspired by loved ones suffering from a stroke, Alzheimer's, and other illnesses, writes Amy Ryan.

Fri, 15 Sep, 2017

Mediterranean diet could help cut dementia risk, study shows

A Mediterranean-style diet that is rich in oily fish, fresh vegetables and nuts could help cut the risk of dementia, research suggests.

Mon, 17 Jul, 2017

Memory matters: Understanding Alzheimer's and its affects on a family

Spurred by his grandfather’s descent into Alzheimer’s, neuroscientist Joseph Jebelli is on a mission to understand the devastating disease, writes Marjorie Brennan

Fri, 14 Jul, 2017

Have you got your tea cosy for Alzheimer's Tea Day 2017?

Has there ever been a better reason to drink tea?

Tue, 02 May, 2017

Meet the medical pioneers who had conditions named after them

Here Majella O’Sullivan takes a look at some of the most common conditions named after those who discovered them and the people whose names they bear.

Mon, 01 May, 2017

British scientists excited by prospect that drugs could slow progression of dementia

Two "repurposed" drugs have been shown to reduce the kind of brain shrinkage caused by Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative diseases.

Thu, 20 Apr, 2017

Diet is the key to ageing gracefully

Eating fresh, vitamin-packed food can make a huge difference to our energy levels and brain health.

Fri, 24 Feb, 2017

Tips on how to explain dementia to children

Helen O’Callaghan says children need to be told if a relative is suffering from dementia so they can understand the changes in their behaviour.

Fri, 10 Feb, 2017

Flatworm could facilitate research on easing Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s

A regenerative flatworm could play a role in developing treatments for neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.

Fri, 13 Jan, 2017

Eli Lilly shares drop as Alzheimer’s drug fails

Eli Lilly’s experimental Alzheimer’s treatment failed to slow the progression of the neurodegenerative disease, yet another setback to drugmakers and researchers who continue to seek a way to treat one of the most feared ailments in the world. The shares fell as much as 14%.

Thu, 24 Nov, 2016