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Rethinking Alzheimer's care: why traditional Alzheimer's management isn't enough
Kanmanee Terdpravat, Published on 07/11/2025
» The shadow of Alzheimer's disease looms large over our aging population. It is more than a memory disorder; it's a humanitarian, social, and economic crisis. Accounting for nearly 80 percent of all dementia cases, Alzheimer's represents an immense loss of independence, identity, and quality of life. Yet, as the world braces for a demographic wave of cognitive decline, scientists and clinicians are arguing that the standard playbook—largely focused on symptomatic drug management—simply isn't enough. What's needed is a deeper, root-cause strategy that reimagines brain health itself.
Study suggests physical activity slows Alzheimer's disease
Life, Dr Eve Glazier and Dr Elizabeth Ko, Published on 25/03/2025
» DEAR DOCTORS: What do you know about a study that says aerobics might be good for slowing down the progression of Alzheimer's disease? I've read that being active helps your memory, but how would it affect an actual disease?
Gene Hackman ‘died days after rare virus killed wife’
Reuters, Published on 08/03/2025
» SANTA FE, New Mexico - Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman was in an advanced state of Alzheimer’s and died of heart disease and other factors days after his wife, Betsy Arakawa, died of a rare virus spread by mice, according to autopsy results released on Friday in New Mexico.
Explore 5 Must-See Zones at Sustainability Expo 2024
Published on 23/09/2024
» The Sustainability Expo (SX) 2024 is set to return as ASEAN’s largest sustainability event, taking place from September 27 to October 6, 2024, at Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre (QSNCC) in Bangkok, Thailand. Now in its fifth consecutive year, SX has grown into a regional platform for sustainability, innovation, and collaboration. Supported by five leading corporations—Frasers Property (Thailand) Public Co., Ltd., PTT Public Co., Ltd., SCG, ThaiBev, and Thai Union Group Public Co., Ltd.—SX 2024 aims to inspire businesses, governments, and individuals to work together toward a sustainable future.
Study identifies behaviours that might contribute to Alzheimer's
Life, Dr Eve Glazier & Dr Elizabeth Ko, Published on 20/02/2024
» DEAR DOCTORS: I read that there's a big new study that lists some of the most common risk factors for developing dementia at an early age. I would like to know more about it. How was it done, and what are the risk factors that were identified?
Musk expects Neuralink to begin human trials in six months
Reuters, Published on 01/12/2022
» WASHINGTON: Elon Musk said on Wednesday a wireless device developed by his brain chip company Neuralink is expected to begin human clinical trials in six months.
Alzheimer starts in the gut
Miskawaan Health Group, Published on 16/11/2021
» We have all heard of gut health and understand that it impacts our overall health in some way. But did you know that poor gut health has been linked to mood disorders and brain diseases like dementia?
The Golden Spice - Curcumin in Turmeric
Published on 02/09/2021
» Curcumin, the principal ingredient in turmeric, also known as the ‘Golden Spice’, has long been used in a wide range of applications, such as textile colouring, cosmetics, and nutritional ingredients. Curcumin is especially prominent in medicinal applications, where it has gained a reputation as a ‘wonder remedy’.
Musk shows off pig with chip implant
Reuters, Published on 29/08/2020
» Neuralink, a neuroscience venture backed by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, has unveiled a pig that has had a coin-sized computer implant in its brain for two months, calling it an early step toward the goal of curing human diseases with the technology.
Beating Covid-19: Risk avoidance, better health and diet
Ezree Ebrahim, Published on 27/03/2020
» Wuhan Coronavirus, better known today as COVID-19, is creating havoc all around the world. This deadly respiratory disease can spread from one person to another. The virus that causes COVID-19 is a novel coronavirus that was first identified during a massive outbreak right before the Chinese New Year in Wuhan in China. As of this week, this disease has infected more than 450,000 people and caused more than 20,000 deaths. Although China is reporting zero local transmission, countries like Italy, Spain, USA and more are in the midst of medical catastrophes.