What is beta-amyloid?

Many people know that Alzheimer’s disease is caused by proteins ‘going wrong’ in the brain. One of those key proteins is amyloid. But how does amyloid ‘go wrong’? And how does this potentially cause Alzheimer’s disease? Let’s find out. ‘Proteins, glorious proteins’ Proteins are the building blocks of life. They have so many vital functions … Continue reading What is beta-amyloid?

Tangled Up – The science and history of Alzheimer’s disease

Many people might ask, why do we need another book on dementia, or in this case Alzheimer’s disease? Good question. In the following article, I will explain what inspired and motivated me to write ‘Tangled Up – The science and history of Alzheimer’s disease’. Hopefully, this will make clear why I wrote this book and … Continue reading Tangled Up – The science and history of Alzheimer’s disease

Dementia and ethnicity

Dementia and ethnicity – Does dementia affect people from various ethnicities differently? What about diagnosis and progression of dementia for people from different ethnicities? In essence, does ethnicity matter when it comes to dementia? Let’s find out. Ethnicity Ethnicity is such a difficult but important topic to write about. Why is it difficult? Because even … Continue reading Dementia and ethnicity

Aduhelm – The new ‘wonder drug’ for Alzheimer’s disease?

Aduhelm – The new ‘wonder drug’ for Alzheimer’s disease? Aduhelm is the first new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease for some decades. This should be a reason to celebrate but the story of the development of Aduhelm is not straightforward and has led to quite some controversy. So, how does Aduhelm actually work and what is … Continue reading Aduhelm – The new ‘wonder drug’ for Alzheimer’s disease?

Who was the first person diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease?

Who was the first person diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease Who was the first person ever diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease? What do we know about this person? And is that person still relevant today? Let’s find out. Most people interested in the history of dementia will know about the doctor who first described Alzheimer’s disease for … Continue reading Who was the first person diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease?