Imagine your brain as a bustling city with different neighborhoods, each with its own unique characteristics. Within this city, there are special immune cells called microglia and astrocytes that act as the guardians of your brain. In a recent study, scientists took a closer look at how these immune cells respond to a trigger of […]
Published on August 26, 2022
Just like how different workouts target different muscle groups, different physical activities can have varying effects on brain health. In this systematic review and Bayesian network meta-analysis, researchers evaluated the impact of five types of exercises on brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) levels. They included aerobic training, high-intensity interval training, combined training, resistance training, and a […]
Published on August 26, 2022
Just like little cracks in a house’s foundation can lead to bigger problems, white matter hyperintensities (WMHs) in dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) can contribute to a decline in cognitive function and worsened dementia stages. A retrospective analysis of DLB patients revealed that as the severity of WMHs increased, so did the severity of dementia […]
Published on August 26, 2022