alzheimer’s complications and side effects

In Alzheimer’s disease, the nucleoskeleton protecting brain cells is highly disordered: Study

In Alzheimer’s disease, the nucleoskeleton protecting brain cells has been found to be highly disordered. The disruption of the skeleton is caused by cell death, which is commonly seen in Alzheimer’s disease. The lamin nucleoskeleton surrounds the nucleus, which is the control center of cells. In Alzheimer’s disease, the nucleoskeleton is found to be disordered. ...click here to read more

Alzheimer’s disease, aging may cause sleep disruptions in elderly due to neuron loss

Sleep issues are common with seniors, and research suggests that not only does aging lead to sleep disruptions in seniors, but Alzheimer’s disease does, too. Lack of sleep can become so overwhelming you might find that you can’t participate in normal activities. Safety becomes an issue – you may be dizzy, light-headed, or find yourself ...click here to read more

Schizophrenia and Alzheimer’s disease risk linked to brain inflammation

Schizophrenia and Alzheimer’s disease risk is linked to brain inflammation, according to a study published in the American Journal of Psychiatry. The researchers found that immune cells are more active in the brains of individuals in high-risk group for schizophrenia and Alzheimer’s disease, and who have already been diagnosed with such conditions. The findings point ...click here to read more

Alzheimer’s disease could be contagious: Study

As if Alzheimer’s disease is not scary enough, new reports suggest it can be a contagious, transmissible infection. In a breakthrough experiment, researchers in London show evidence that amyloid – the Alzheimer’s protein – may have been passed on from one person to another. The full details of the experiment are in the journal Nature. ...click here to read more