Trials are on, for what could be a new treatment for sufferers of dementia. This method, which is the first of its kind, employs the use of anti-dementia helmet that emits reduced levels of infrared light.
This method, a brain child of County Durham GP Gordon Dougal, works by exposing the patient to reduced levels of infrared light by means of a helmet needed to be worn for 10 minutes in a day.
Protein Reduction Ceases Alzheimer's Advancement in Mice
Reducing the levels of a protein called tau helped in the reduction of Alzheimer’s symptoms in mice.
Reducing the levels of a protein called tau helped in the reduction of Alzheimer’s symptoms in mice.
It has worked wonders on Clem Fennell, according to his wife, who is beginning to see her husband get back his earlier personality, which was fading away due to dementia. She said, "My husband was fading away. It is as if he is back. His personality is showing again. We are thrilled."
Dr Dougal is happy with the initial results and is looking forward to a detailed clinical trial.
Estrogen ? May Be a Good Therapy for Women Before They Turn 65
It might be a double blessing for those women who are on estrogen therapy before the age of 65.
It might be a double blessing for those women who are on estrogen therapy before the age of 65.
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Nicotine Can Improve Memory
Nicotine is known for its toxic effects, but scientists trying to create a nicotine pill have shown it can also boost learning, memory and attention.
Nicotine is known for its toxic effects, but scientists trying to create a nicotine pill have shown it can also boost learning, memory and attention.
Drugs Based on Nicotine Could Help in Dementia
New research indicates that nicotine-based drugs may help delay the time that people with dementia enter nursing homes.
New research indicates that nicotine-based drugs may help delay the time that people with dementia enter nursing homes.
