Month: October 2023

Unlocking the Mystery of Alzheimer’s: Unraveling the Role of New Genes

Imagine Alzheimer’s disease as a complex puzzle, with amyloid-beta (Aβ) being the key piece. In this study, scientists set out to uncover additional pieces of the puzzle by identifying genes associated with Aβ uptake in the Korean population. They conducted various tests on 759 participants and discovered six novel genes that displayed a significant association […]

Published on October 12, 2023

Unique characteristics of end-of-life hospitalizations in Parkinson disease

Imagine you’re exploring a maze, but this maze is the hospital journey of individuals with Parkinson’s disease. In this unique study, researchers found that hospitalizations near the end of life for people with Parkinson’s disease are longer, more expensive, and more resource-intensive than earlier hospitalizations. It’s like reaching the final stages of the maze and […]

Published on October 12, 2023

Why Antidepressants Can Take Weeks to Kick In

Have you ever wondered why it takes time for antidepressants to work? Well, it turns out that the brain undergoes physical changes during those initial weeks of treatment. Just like planting a seed and waiting for it to grow into a beautiful flower, taking antidepressants requires patience. This new study uncovers the intricate process happening […]

Published on October 12, 2023