Scientists at UCSF combined advanced brain-network modeling, genetics, and imaging to reveal how tau protein travels through neural highways and how certain genes either accelerate its toxic journey or shield brain regions from damage. Their extended Network Diffusion Model pinpoints four gene categories that govern vulnerability or resilience, reshaping our …

Over the years, I have given inservice trainings on a variety of hospice-related topics to various hospitals, Grand Rounds, or monthly physician’s meetings.I talked about end of life care and the ways hospice does and does not fit into the medical model. It was always a hard sell. It seemed …

Caregiver jobs across the U.S. have never been more plentiful. As the population ages and preferences change, the demand for caregivers will continue to rise. Whether helping seniors navigate daily life, people recuperating from surgeries, or providing emotional support for those with disabilities, caregivers play a vital role in society. …

UCLA scientists mined millions of electronic health records and uncovered four distinct “roadways” that funnel people toward Alzheimer’s—ranging from mental-health struggles to vascular troubles. Following these breadcrumb trails proved far better at predicting who will develop dementia than single risk factors. The findings hint that spotting—and halting—specific sequences early could …

Ambroxol, long used for coughs in Europe, stabilized symptoms and brain-damage markers in Parkinson’s dementia patients over 12 months, whereas placebo patients worsened. Those with high-risk genes even saw cognitive gains, hinting at real disease-modifying power.   ​Read More