"First breakthrough" therapy for early onset Alzheimer's gets FDA approval
The FDA granted full approval to Alzheimer's treatment Leqembi on July 6.
The FDA granted full approval to Alzheimer's treatment Leqembi on July 6.
Leqembi is not a cure, but it is the first drug shown to slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease. It first received an accelerated approval from the FDA earlier this year.
Shares of the pharmaceutical company jumped almost 5% after announcing promising results for donanemab.
Leqembi, from Japan's Eisai and its U.S. partner Biogen, is a rare success in a field accustomed to failed experimental treatments for the incurable condition.
A half hour of aerobic exercise four to five times a week may prevent or slow cognitive decline in older adults who are at a high risk of developing Alzheimer's, according to a study published Tuesday in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease.
Scientists found that apoE4 is only slightly different from the gene apoE3 however, the protein it produces within the body is much more damaging to human brain cells.
Could changes in your verbal pattern over time be an early indicator for Alzheimer's disease?
Authorities say 67-year-old northern Michigan man stole more than $100,000 from an elderly woman who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease while he was serving as a lawyer.
A recent study finds that while many caregivers believe taking care of a loved one at home has provided more meaning in their life, a majority often feel alone, exhausted, frustrated and overwhelmed.
Metabolic Solutions Development Co. LLC announced that Jerry Colca, co-founder and chief scientific officer of MSDC, presented results of a Phase 2a study at the 14th International Conference on Alzheimer's Drug Discovery.
Police are asking for the public's help in finding a missing 79-year-old Farmington Hills man with Alzheimer's disease.
A senior University of Michigan medical school faculty member linked to a $276 million insider trading case has retired.
Radiation is often thought of for just treating cancer, but a new groundbreaking Beaumont study finds in mice that it can treat Alzheimer's.
A Grand Valley State University faculty member received a National Institutes of Health grant to continue researching how patients with Alzheimer's disease use visual cues to navigate their living areas.
Metabolic Solutions Development Co. LLC will provide an update on the clinical evaluation of MSDC-0160, a compound being investigated in an ongoing Phase 2a trial in subjects with mild to moderate dementia due to Alzheimer's disease, at the Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation 13th International Conference on Alzheimer's Drug Discovery in Jersey City, N.J. Sept. 10.
An Alzheimer's patient is missing and Inkster police are asking for your help in finding her.
Tetra Discovery Partners LLC, a developer of new treatments for major neurological conditions based on PDE4 modulation in the brain, announced it has been awarded a five-year cooperative agreement by the National Institutes of Health. \
The University of Michigan Health System has established a new phone number that connects patients and their families and friends to University of Michigan memory loss and dementia services.
If you had a family history of developing Alzheimer's disease, would you take a genetic test that would give you more information about your chances?
A new study shows that people who eat baked or broiled fish on a weekly basis may be improving their brain health and reducing their risk of developing mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease.
Ann Arbor-based Adeona Pharmaceuticals Inc. (AMEX: AEN), a developer of medicines for serious central nervous system diseases, Monday reported its second quarter financial results for the period ended June 30, as well as updates since the beginning of the second quarter.
Ann Arbor-based Adeona Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NYSE Amex: AEN) Thursday announced positive findings based on further analyses from the clinical study evaluating its product reaZin along with near-term plans for its Alzheimer's disease program.
The spiny-tailed iguana, native to the Sonoran desert in Mexico, was accidentally boxed up in Mexico and sent to a Ford Motor Company plant in Michigan.
Israel has not yet officially commented on Hamas' response to the reported ceasefire proposal.
Here are the different ticket options fans can now purchase for the 2024 Rocket Mortgage Classic.
Svetlana Kuryanova, 33, of Farmington Hills, is charged with two counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct - county prisoner.
'Bob Hearts Abishola', the acclaimed comedy, is signing off after its fifth season on CBS.
Vice President Kamala Harris announced $100 million in funding for auto parts manufacturers to prepare their facilities for electric vehicle production.
The spiny-tailed iguana, native to the Sonoran desert in Mexico, was accidentally boxed up in Mexico and sent to a Ford Motor Company plant in Michigan.
Svetlana Kuryanova, 33, of Farmington Hills, is charged with two counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct - county prisoner.
Israel has not yet officially commented on Hamas' response to the reported ceasefire proposal.
Here are the different ticket options fans can now purchase for the 2024 Rocket Mortgage Classic.
Members of UAW Local 869 are scheduled to vote on May 6 over safety concerns at the plant.
Technology originally developed for homeland security is now available in Michigan to inspect every inch of your car. Developers say UVeye is like getting an MRI for your vehicle.
A bill introduced to the Michigan Legislature is looking to decrease noise pollution around Metro Detroit, more particularly along Woodward Avenue.
Ford Motor Co.'s first-quarter net income fell 24% from a year ago as the company's combustion engine vehicle unit saw revenue and sales decline.
Jeep maker Stellantis is planning to lay off an unspecified number of workers at its U.S. factories in the coming months to deal with a rapidly changing global auto market, the company said Tuesday.
'Bob Hearts Abishola', the acclaimed comedy, is signing off after its fifth season on CBS.
Tom Brady took his share of barbs from comedians, former teammates and his longtime coach during a made-for-streaming comedy live event on Netflix -- but one joke seemed to anger him.
Bernard Hill died Sunday at 79. The actor was known for his roles in "Lord of the Rings" and "Titanic."
"Sunday Morning" has an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the country singer's first post-stroke song, "Where That Came From," which blends art with artificial intelligence in a recording that captures Travis' country heart.
We're counting down some of the most iconic Met Gala looks from the best dressed stars, like Rihanna, Bad Bunny, Zendaya and more.
Judge Juan Merchan said former President Donald Trump violated his gag order on April 22 when he commented on the political makeup of the jury.
Columbia University said Monday it is canceling its main commencement ceremony after weeks of protests and turmoil on campus.
A church service in North Braddock, Pennsylvania, was upended Sunday when a man pulled a gun on the pastor in the middle of his sermon.
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem has been under fire for details about killing her dog and a false claim about meeting with North Korea's leader in her new book.
The queen, who is of Palestinian descent, has criticized the reaction to the war by the U.S., saying it's caused a "loss of credibility."
The Texas dairy worker infected by H5N1 "did not disclose the name of their workplace," frustrating investigators.
Actress Halle Berry joined with a group of bipartisan senators on Thursday to announce new legislation to promote menopause research, training and education.
The Washtenaw County Health Department says the bat was found in the 48108 zip code.
In a neighborhood longing for access to nutritious foods, customers and staff couldn't contain their excitement as the doors finally opened Wednesday at the Detroit People's Food Co-Op.
Plaintiffs have three months to vote on whether to approve a proposed legal settlement that would resolve nearly all talc lawsuits.
Here are the different ticket options fans can now purchase for the 2024 Rocket Mortgage Classic.
Tom Brady took his share of barbs from comedians, former teammates and his longtime coach during a made-for-streaming comedy live event on Netflix -- but one joke seemed to anger him.
It was just the 10th Kentucky Derby decided by a nose, and the first since Grindstone wore the garland of red roses in 1996.
Detroit City FC continues their road trip with a matchup against Loudoun United FC this Saturday in Virginia.
The 2024 Kentucky Derby was the 150th running of the high-profile race.
The roundtable discusses mobility and the importance of marque events like the 2024 NFL Draft, the Detroit Auto Show and more.
By the time this presidential race is over, Biden, Trump and their entourages may not need Michigan driver's licenses, but they'll know their way around and where the orange barrel construction zones are enough to void them on their way to campaign events.
The Motor City is putting the final touches in place for the 2024 NFL Draft as it rolls into Detroit next week.
Michael Bickers, Regional President of PNC Southeast Michigan/Detroit, and Eric Poe, CEO of CURE Auto Insurance, appeared on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters.
Businesses across Michigan are feeling optimistic about the future after weathering the historic 100-year health pandemic that impacted every company in one way or another.
Vice President Kamala Harris spoke in Detroit on Monday to announce $100 million for small and medium-sized auto manufacturers to upgrade their facilities to prepare for the production of electric vehicles.
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Vice President Kamala Harris is scheduled to visit the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History in Detroit on Monday afternoon. Harris will announce $100 million in funding for auto parts manufacturers to convert facilities to support the electric vehicle supply chain.
A former employee of the Wayne County Juvenile Detention Center was arraigned Monday in connection with the sexual assault of a 16-year-old boy and a 17-year-old boy.
Mark Lee and Dwight Hamilton discuss the impact diversity, equity and inclusion have on businesses and education.