Imagine a social alarm as a safety net for older adults with dementia living at home. However, research on the actual use of social alarms has been limited. In a recent study, the experiences and access to social alarms among home-bound people with dementia and their caregivers were examined. The study involved 278 dyads, with […]
Published on May 22, 2023
Imagine your brain as a bustling city, constantly buzzing with activity. But just like any busy city, it needs a reliable waste disposal system to keep things clean. In the human brain, this essential function is carried out by the glymphatic system, which clears away harmful waste products. Scientists wanted to know if the efficiency […]
Published on May 22, 2023
Imagine your brain as a vast, intricate machine. Now picture tiny iron particles sprinkled throughout this intricate machinery. In a groundbreaking study, scientists in China have been investigating the levels of these iron particles in the brains of patients with Alzheimer’s disease. By using advanced imaging techniques, they discovered that certain regions of the brain […]
Published on May 22, 2023