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Who Should Take Lormalzi? Alzheimer's Expert Explains Benefits And Risks
Neurologists say Lormalzi (donanemab), India's newly launched Alzheimer's therapy, may help slow cognitive decline in carefully selected patients with early disease. Experts explain who may benefit, who should avoid it, and the risks involved.
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Cognition, Nutrition, Movement Strongest Predictors Of Survival Among Older Adults In India: Study
The team, including researchers from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, and National Health Service (NHS) Trust, University Hospitals Sussex in the UK, analysed data from 4096 community-dwelling individuals aged at least 60, 951
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Eli Lilly Launches Alzheimer's Drug Lormalzi Priced At Rs 91,688 Per Vial In India
Eli Lilly has launched Lormalzi (donanemab) in India for early Alzheimer's disease at Rs91,688 per vial. The once-monthly therapy targets amyloid plaques and may help slow cognitive decline in eligible patients with mild symptoms.
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Can Alcohol Change How Your Brain Works? Fortis Neurologist Explains
While occasional drinking may cause temporary changes, repeated or heavy alcohol use can lead to more serious and lasting damage.
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Iodine Deficiency In Children: Signs And Symptoms That Parents Should Watch Out For
Children with iodine deficiency tend to have goitre (a swollen thyroid), stunted height, poor school performance, and even permanent IQ drops from impaired brain development.
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Skipping Breakfast? Nutritionist Explains How It Impacts Your Mood, Productivity And Metabolism
Nutritionist Nmami Agarwal explains how what you eat directly impacts how you think, feel and decide.
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What Is Cerebral Malaria? Everything You Need To Know
While malaria typically causes fever, chills, sweating, and body aches, cerebral malaria involves the central nervous system. This makes it far more serious and rapidly progressive.
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Exercise And Ibuprofen Can Limit Chemotherapy-Induced Cognitive Decline: Study
Exercise and ibuprofen can help reduce the cognitive side effects that many cancer patients face during chemotherapy. A recent Phase II clinical trial shows promising results for these interventions.
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How Dangerous Is Low Blood Sugar? Possible Causes And Solutions Explained
While most discussions often emphasise the dangers of high blood sugar (hyperglycemia), low blood sugar can also be extremely hazardous, potentially leading to serious health complications.
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Alzheimer's Amyloid-Targeting Drugs Show No Clear Clinical Benefit: Review
Drugs designed to treat Alzheimer's disease by targeting amyloid proteins was seen in high amounts in patients' brains, but it has no clinically meaningful positive effects, according to a new review of previously published studies has found.
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Summer Heat Can Dehydrate You Faster Than You Think: Doctors Explain How To Stay Safe
The summer heat can dehydrate you faster than you think. Here is what Dr Aijaz Ilmi and Dr Meenakshi N explain about dehydration and why people need to hydrate consciously.
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Why Is Vitamin D Crucial For Your Brain? Link Decoded
Given its significant impact on various bodily functions, ensuring sufficient vitamin D intake through sunlight, diet, or supplements is vital for overall well-being.
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Does Maternal Anaemia Affect Foetal Neurodevelopment? Doctor Answers
Anaemia is defined as a decrease in the oxygen carrying capacity of blood, usually due to a decrease in haemoglobin concentration. In pregnancy, it is defined as a haemoglobin of less than 11 gm/dl.
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Why Tango Therapy Is Emerging As A Powerful Tool For Elderly Care
Tango therapy is becoming popular for its structured intervention that uses elements of the Argentine tango genre of dance
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New Biomarker Discovered For Cognitive Symptoms Of Schizophrenia, Could Serve As Drug Target: Study
A study has found a new biomarker of schizophrenia, which could also serve as a drug target for treating cognitive symptoms such as disorganised thinking or executive function.
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Who Should Take Lormalzi? Alzheimer's Expert Explains Benefits And Risks
Neurologists say Lormalzi (donanemab), India's newly launched Alzheimer's therapy, may help slow cognitive decline in carefully selected patients with early disease. Experts explain who may benefit, who should avoid it, and the risks involved.
-
Cognition, Nutrition, Movement Strongest Predictors Of Survival Among Older Adults In India: Study
The team, including researchers from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, and National Health Service (NHS) Trust, University Hospitals Sussex in the UK, analysed data from 4096 community-dwelling individuals aged at least 60, 951
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Eli Lilly Launches Alzheimer's Drug Lormalzi Priced At Rs 91,688 Per Vial In India
Eli Lilly has launched Lormalzi (donanemab) in India for early Alzheimer's disease at Rs91,688 per vial. The once-monthly therapy targets amyloid plaques and may help slow cognitive decline in eligible patients with mild symptoms.
-
Can Alcohol Change How Your Brain Works? Fortis Neurologist Explains
While occasional drinking may cause temporary changes, repeated or heavy alcohol use can lead to more serious and lasting damage.
-
Iodine Deficiency In Children: Signs And Symptoms That Parents Should Watch Out For
Children with iodine deficiency tend to have goitre (a swollen thyroid), stunted height, poor school performance, and even permanent IQ drops from impaired brain development.
-
Skipping Breakfast? Nutritionist Explains How It Impacts Your Mood, Productivity And Metabolism
Nutritionist Nmami Agarwal explains how what you eat directly impacts how you think, feel and decide.
-
What Is Cerebral Malaria? Everything You Need To Know
While malaria typically causes fever, chills, sweating, and body aches, cerebral malaria involves the central nervous system. This makes it far more serious and rapidly progressive.
-
Exercise And Ibuprofen Can Limit Chemotherapy-Induced Cognitive Decline: Study
Exercise and ibuprofen can help reduce the cognitive side effects that many cancer patients face during chemotherapy. A recent Phase II clinical trial shows promising results for these interventions.
-
How Dangerous Is Low Blood Sugar? Possible Causes And Solutions Explained
While most discussions often emphasise the dangers of high blood sugar (hyperglycemia), low blood sugar can also be extremely hazardous, potentially leading to serious health complications.
-
Alzheimer's Amyloid-Targeting Drugs Show No Clear Clinical Benefit: Review
Drugs designed to treat Alzheimer's disease by targeting amyloid proteins was seen in high amounts in patients' brains, but it has no clinically meaningful positive effects, according to a new review of previously published studies has found.
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Summer Heat Can Dehydrate You Faster Than You Think: Doctors Explain How To Stay Safe
The summer heat can dehydrate you faster than you think. Here is what Dr Aijaz Ilmi and Dr Meenakshi N explain about dehydration and why people need to hydrate consciously.
-
Why Is Vitamin D Crucial For Your Brain? Link Decoded
Given its significant impact on various bodily functions, ensuring sufficient vitamin D intake through sunlight, diet, or supplements is vital for overall well-being.
-
Does Maternal Anaemia Affect Foetal Neurodevelopment? Doctor Answers
Anaemia is defined as a decrease in the oxygen carrying capacity of blood, usually due to a decrease in haemoglobin concentration. In pregnancy, it is defined as a haemoglobin of less than 11 gm/dl.
-
Why Tango Therapy Is Emerging As A Powerful Tool For Elderly Care
Tango therapy is becoming popular for its structured intervention that uses elements of the Argentine tango genre of dance
-
New Biomarker Discovered For Cognitive Symptoms Of Schizophrenia, Could Serve As Drug Target: Study
A study has found a new biomarker of schizophrenia, which could also serve as a drug target for treating cognitive symptoms such as disorganised thinking or executive function.
