A smell test developed by researchers could provide an early indication of dementia. "Early detection of cognitive impairment could help us identify people who are at risk of Alzheimer's disease and ...
In a breakthrough development, scientists developed a new way to identify Lewy body disease, a serious form of dementia, ...
BOSTON — Something as simple as smelling a scratch-and-sniff card might help doctors spot Alzheimer’s disease years before memory problems begin. New research from Massachusetts General Hospital shows ...
Two studies released at an international Alzheimer's meeting Tuesday suggest doctors may eventually be able to screen people for this form of dementia by testing the ability to identify familiar odors ...
Researchers have developed and validated a simple “peel-and-sniff” test that can be completed unsupervised at home to screen for cognitive impairment. It’s well known that impaired olfactory function ...
The human sense of smell connects directly to brain regions responsible for memory and cognitive function, making it a surprisingly accurate window into neurological health. As people age, changes in ...
(NewsNation) — Boston neurology researchers have created a test that could allow patients to detect Alzheimer’s at home with a series of sniffs. The test, developed by Mass General Brigham neurology ...