A recent study addressing Alzheimer’s disease and its toll on our society suggests that the number of people suffering from the illness will double by 2050. Scientists explain that this trend is explained by the baby boomer population that is now aging. As a consequence, costs for caring for Alzheimer’s patients are also expected increase as much as fivefold, especially if ways aren’t found to … [Read more...]
Alzheimer’s Blood Test Research gets Major breakthrough
The British scientists have done a major advancement in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease as they have developed a blood test that can predict the onset of the disease. According to the scientists, they have identified 10 proteins in the blood which can predict the onset of disease. The study, led by researchers at King's College London (KCL) and Oxford University, analysed over 1,000 … [Read more...]