A new study from Western University is helping to explain why the long-term use of common anticholinergic drugs used to treat conditions like allergies and overactive bladder lead to an increased risk ...

Alzheimer’s drugs targeting the cholinergic neurotransmission In a short recap: AD was initially described as a deficiency of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, which is known to mediate cognitive ...

A commonly-used over-the-counter medication that can provide allergy and cold relief or serve as sleep aids may increase a person’s risk of dementia. Antihistamines work to block the chemical ...

Dementia is a loss of brain function that affects memory, thinking, judgment, behavior, and language with Alzheimer's disease being the most common type of dementia. The best medication for dementia ...

There’s so much to process after an Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Whether it’s you or a loved one who has this disease, you’re likely working through piles of complicated information, an avalanche of ...

Researchers have shown female sex hormones play a significant role in how Alzheimer's manifests in the brain. The study also highlights the importance of developing therapeutic strategies focused on ...

A new study reveals that a key nutrient found in everyday foods may protect against Alzheimer’s and improve energy, mood, and ...

This post is part 3 of a series. Parts 1 can be found here and part 2 can be found here. We have medications for many chronic human diseases on hand. Basic and clinical research as well as efforts of ...