Alzheimer’s

  • HealthResearchers identify 17 novel genetic variants associated with risk of alzheimer’s disease

    Researchers identify 17 novel genetic variants associated with risk of alzheimer’s disease

    Alzheimer’s disease, a progressive brain disorder causing memory loss and cognitive decline, affects millions of people worldwide. Scientists have long sought to uncover the genetic factors contributing to this condition to develop better treatments and prevention strategies. Recently, researchers made significant strides by identifying 17 novel genetic variants linked to Alzheimer’s disease, bringing us closer to understanding and potentially combating…

  • Thailand NewsBrain cell communication research key to Alzheimer’s treatment

    Brain cell communication research key to Alzheimer’s treatment

    Research into brain cell communication is seen as crucial in finding a treatment for brain-related diseases like Alzheimer’s, according to Nobel Laureate in Medicine, Professor Edvard Ingjald Moser. This research, he says, is particularly relevant given the global ageing populations and the need to enhance their quality of life. Speaking at the Japan-ASEAN Bridges event series in Bangkok, Prof. Moser…

  • Thailand NewsAlzheimer’s-stricken driver saved by police, son hits brakes on car ownership (video)

    Alzheimer’s-stricken driver saved by police, son hits brakes on car ownership (video)

    Police rescued a 73 year old Thai man suffering from Alzheimer‘s disease after he drove his sedan for over 100 kilometres and got lost. His son now plans to sell the car to prevent his father from danger. Nithinan Sornsawat took to social media to search for his missing 73 year old father, Jong Sornsawat. The 43 year old explained…