‘I’m a neuroscientist – here are three early warning signs of Alzheimer’s’

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia in the UK. The exact cause is unknown, and as there’s currently no cure, spotting symptoms as early as possible can ensure timely access to the right care and support. According to neuroscientist Dr Ben Rein, Alzheimer’s isn’t just something you wake up with one day. … Read more

Alzheimer’s breakthrough as new blood test can detect disease years before symptoms

Alzheimer’s sufferers may soon be able to receive a diagnosis for the disease years before symptoms appear, thanks to a groundbreaking new blood test. Scientists believe a new blood test capable of measuring levels of a known marker protein that precedes the development of the debilitating neurodegenerative disease. A study by Alzheimer’s researchers has found … Read more