An Update on Alzheimer’s Disease
Although Alzheimer's currently has no cure, treatments for symptoms are available. Research has come a long way since 1990s and the emerging biology-based biomarker approach will pave the way for...
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Dementia, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s – Confusions, Myths and Tips
As Singapore confronts an ageing population, diseases associated with the ageing process are rising to the fore. In this article, we clear up certain misconceptions and impart some basic knowledge on...
Eating Mushrooms May Reduce Risk of Cognitive Decline
Seniors who ate more than 300 grams of cooked mushrooms a week were half as likely to have mild cognitive impairment. Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is the stage between the cognitive decline of...
Just in Time for the New Year: Medical Marijuana
Marijuana or cannabis, most commonly referred to as weed and pot, is often associated with the unruly use of drugs. Yet, how many recognise the use of marijuana for medical purposes? We take a closer...