"Alzheimer's disease is in the news again with the emergence of two fascinating studies. The first concerns post-menopausal women and how they are particularly at risk for Alzheimer's, with HRT possibly being protective. The second is around protection being provided by a vaccine against shingles."
"Alzheimer's disease is always a hot topic and often comes up in conversations with fellow scientists I meet. It's the most common form of dementia and involves memory loss but also symptoms such as changes in personality that can be especially upsetting for loved ones."
Post-menopausal women are identified as having increased risk for Alzheimer's disease, with hormone replacement therapy (HRT) suggested as a possible protective factor. A separate finding indicates that vaccination against shingles may confer protection relevant to Alzheimer's risk. Alzheimer's disease remains the most common form of dementia and is characterized by memory loss and other clinical features. Symptoms can include changes in personality that cause significant distress for family members and caregivers. The combined implications point toward potential preventative approaches targeting hormonal status and immune-related interventions to reduce dementia risk.
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