Changes to tiny structures in the brain that can be detected in MRI scans could serve as a potential early indicator of ...

British scientists at Oxford have developed a novel brain scan technique that may identify Alzheimer’s disease far earlier than previously possible — before any visible symptoms emerge. The method ...

BBC health and science correspondent James Gallagher finds out if it is scientifically possible to ever cure Alzheimer's ...

Experts continue to discuss whether knowing your Alzheimer's risk is worthwhile or not. A new study found that a certain type of brain scan can detect people who have early brain changes linked to ...

Levels of iron in the brain could be a warning sign of future Alzheimer’s disease, a new study suggests. High levels of the chemical element have been shown to increase brain toxins and trigger ...

Criteria for Alzheimer's diagnosis expanded to cover people without symptoms. April 19, 2011— -- The criteria for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease has been updated to incorporate new brain imaging ...

Aug. 13 -- TUESDAY, Aug. 12 (HealthDay News) -- PET scans may provide doctors with a non-invasive method of detecting Alzheimer's disease-related brain plaques, Finnish researchers say. Currently, the ...

After seeking care for escalating memory lapses, Diane Roussel received a devastating Alzheimer's diagnosis. She began ...

Kim Kardashian shared a medical revelation through her reality TV show, "The Kardashians." Here's what an on-air brain scan ...