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Gum disease speeds up Alzheimer’s decline

Gum disease speeds up Alzheimer’s decline

Gum disease causes a greater loss of memory and thinking in people suffering the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease, a new study warned. Periodontitis or gum disease causes a six fold increase ...
Parkinson’s breakthrough

Parkinson’s breakthrough

Scientists have discovered how Parkinson’s disease spreads through the brain – a breakthrough that could lead to new drugs for the devastating illness. It is the first time the protein tha ...
Eating fish ‘prevents dementia’

Eating fish ‘prevents dementia’

Eating fish just once a week can protect the elderly against dementia, according to new research. Post mortems on almost 300 pensioners found those who regularly ate seafood had healthier brains when ...