Just as different flowers have distinct scents, Alzheimer’s disease and other neurodegenerative disorders can be differentiated based on olfactory deficits. A recent systematic review and meta-analysis explored the potential of smell tests in early and differential diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease. The study analyzed various smell tests used to assess olfactory functions in patients with Alzheimer’s […]
Published on September 7, 2023
Imagine menopause as a maze of hormonal changes, with women searching for relief. Menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) is like a guide through this labyrinth, alleviating symptoms but leaving behind unanswered questions. A recent study in South Korea delves into the association between MHT and dementia risk, using a national health insurance database as their treasure […]
Published on September 7, 2023
BackgroundCohort studies have shown that older adults with hearing impairment as assessed by self-report or behavioral measures are at higher risk of developing dementia many years later. A fine-grained examination of auditory processing holds promise for more effective screening of older adults at risk of cognitive decline. The auditory mismatch negativity (MMN) measure enables one […]
Published on September 6, 2023
