New Insights into Brain's Waste-Removal System

New insights into the brain's waste-removal system could help prevent brain disorders. The brain's waste-removal system works like plumbing, pushing waste into fluid that is eventually carried out of the body. Slow electrical waves during sleep facilitate this process. Impaired waste removal may contribute to disorders like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.

Alzheimer's Study on Protective Gene

A significant Alzheimer’s study reveals a protective gene that delays the disease in high-risk individuals, offering hope for future drug development.

Health News Updates

Various health-related topics covered by Fox News including a baby's successful eye surgeries, increase in gender dysphoria and eating disorders among U.S. kids, progress on an experimental Alzheimer's drug, sunburn care tips, integration of medical cannabis for seniors, exercises to improve brain health in dementia patients, prevention of scarring from bug bites and poison ivy, investigation on mushroom-infused chocolate bars, and positive results on a COVID-flu combo vaccine.

Genetic Analysis and Health Disparities in African Americans

Genetic analysis explains why African Americans have higher risk of stroke and Alzheimer's but lower risk of Parkinson's.

The Brains of 'Super-Agers'

Some older adults known as 'super-agers' exhibit memory abilities of people 20-30 years younger due to less brain atrophy and better brain connectivity. They show resistance to age-related decline and minimal signs of Alzheimer's disease.

Link Between Banned Shot and Alzheimer's Disease

Dr. Marc Siegel discusses a study linking a banned shot to Alzheimer's disease and provides information on the symptoms, stages, and early warning signs of the disease. Alzheimer's affects millions of Americans, and the risk increases with age.

Remembering Gene Wilder and his battle with Alzheimer's

Mel Brooks opens up about the "sad" aftermath of good friend Gene Wilder's Alzheimer's diagnosis and his memories of the late actor.