An enzyme that helps clear damaged mitochondria can act as a molecular switch and potentially prevent neurons from dying.

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A Colorado Springs family hopes to win what they believe would be a landmark legal verdict by proving to jurors next month ...

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Mark Giaquinto was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease five years ago and continues to combat the illness with a positive outlook.

Pauline Quirke, 65, who played Sharon Theodopolopodous in the much-loved show, is stepping back from TV and film duties ...

A new diagnostic tool is being developed which could one day allow doctors to diagnose Alzheimer's disease through a simple ...

Scottish scientists are analysing a million routine scans taken 100,000 older patients as part of regular health checks ...

The new voice test looks for 'vocal biomarkers' that are unique to those with type 2 diabetes, says Dr Guy Fagherazzi, a ...

While having trouble sleeping is common in old age, drastic changes in this can indicate dementia. Waking up during the night ...

Health experts have warned people to be vigilant of the early signs of dementia, which include inconspicuous issues like ...

The early symptoms of dementia can be subtle, with memory loss being the most well-known sign. However, there are other early ...