Umweltfaktoren rücken immer mehr in den Mittelpunkt der Forschung über die Entstehung von Krankheiten wie zum Beispiel der Alzheimer-Krankheit. Verschiedene Studien zeigen, dass Luftverschmutzung die kognitiven Fähigkeiten negativ beeinflussen kann und sogar als Risikofaktor für Demenzerkrankungen gilt. Doch wie wirken Feinstaub, Stickstoffdioxid und andere Luftschadstoffe auf das Gehirn? Und welche …
To what extent are mobile health (mHealth) interventions on smartphones, supported by a coach, suitable for reducing dementia risk? Researchers investigated this with a focus on individuals aged 55 to 75 who had a high risk of dementia. The study included, on the one hand, population groups from Great Britain with a low socioeconomic status, and on the other hand, the general population in the greater area of...
digiDEM Bavaria, the largest digital dementia registry in Germany, continues to grow and reaches a new high with more than 2,000 participants from all seven Bavarian administrative districts. This unique research project is one of the largest projects for the collection of long-term data in dementia research within the European Union (EU). The …
digiDEM Bavaria, the largest digital dementia registry in Germany, continues to grow and reaches a new high with more than 2,000 participants from all seven Bavarian administrative districts. This unique research project is one of the largest projects for the collection of long-term data in dementia research within the European Union (EU). The …
Mehr als die Hälfte der Kosten, die Demenz weltweit verursacht, fällt auf Leistungen zurück, die von pflegenden An- und Zugehörigen erbracht werden. Auch weitere beeindruckende Erkenntnisse haben Wissenschaftler*innen in einem „Kostenmodell für Demenz“ im Auftrag der Weltgesundheitsorganisation (WHO) zusammengefasst. Für die Gesellschaft und die Gesundheitssysteme stellt Demenz eine große Herausforderung …
Changes in sleep behavior are common in people with Alzheimer's disease or other dementias. Sleep changes are thought to be due to a misregulation of the sleep-wake cycle, caused by pathophysiological processes of the disease. In addition to considering sleep disorders in patients, there is also growing interest in...
Too much sugar or salt, too little fruit and vegetables – there's already a lot of insight into which foods can influence the risk of cognitive impairment. But what role do dietary habits, such as the frequency and timing of meals, actually play? Chinese researchers investigated this and...
Lots of vegetables, fish, nuts, and olive oil – these are the main components of the Mediterranean diet. Studies suggest that this way of eating can reduce the risk of dementia. In contrast, high amounts of sugar, fat, and processed foods with red meat can be harmful to brain health. This is also indicated by a recent study from Spain. A research team led by...
Nutrition is also an important factor in the prevention of dementia. Too much sugar or salt can be harmful, while fruits and vegetables can have a protective effect. The influence of spices has so far been little researched. What role do they play in the development of Alzheimer's? A study summarizes the…
A healthy lifestyle can significantly reduce the risk of dementia, especially in middle age between 40 and 75 years old. This connection has been well researched. But how can this far-reaching scientific finding reach the general public? A Europe-wide network of dementia researchers has developed a position paper for this purpose. The Interdem researchers, led by...
