"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.
America's mail carriers don't just face bad weather and aggressive dogs — they're also increasingly targets of violent crime.
A former school janitor in Michigan who is accused of posting photos of children in a social media group was recently indicted for possessing child pornography, officials said.
Michigan health experts are warning residents about the risks of consuming raw milk as the highly pathogenic avian influenza continues to affect dairy herds in the state.
Charli XCX and Troye Sivan are teaming up to co-headline an arena tour across North America, which will kick off here in Detroit.
The vehicles' failure to detect a "sudden degradation" in the battery could lead to to a sudden loss of power, Ford warns.
The timing of severe weather appears to be between 2-7 p.m., with the storm system moving through ahead of a cold front from west to east.
America's mail carriers don't just face bad weather and aggressive dogs — they're also increasingly targets of violent crime.
A former school janitor in Michigan who is accused of posting photos of children in a social media group was recently indicted for possessing child pornography, officials said.
Trillions of cicadas will emerge from the ground throughout the country this year, but only in a small area of Michigan.
Michigan health experts are warning residents about the risks of consuming raw milk as the highly pathogenic avian influenza continues to affect dairy herds in the state.
General Motors and real estate firm Bedrock announced Monday the automaker's headquarters will move to the Hudson's Detroit development in downtown Detroit from the Renaissance Center.
With U.S. electric vehicle sales starting to slow, Ford Motor Co. says it will delay rolling out new electric pickup trucks and a new large electric SUV as it adds gas-electric hybrids to its model lineup.
New vehicle sales in the U.S. rose nearly 5% from January through March, as buyers stayed in the market despite high interest rates.
Reports claim that our vehicles may be collecting vast amounts of our personal data, information that could be shared with advertisers, data brokers, insurance companies and beyond.
If you've ever felt your cellphone, smart speaker, or camera was spying on you, it turns out your vehicle may be collecting even more personal data.
Charli XCX and Troye Sivan are teaming up to co-headline an arena tour across North America, which will kick off here in Detroit.
ABBA, Blondie and The Notorious B.I.G. are entering America's audio canon.
The annual Ford Fireworks show in Detroit is one of 20 shows nominated for USA Today's 2024 10Best Readers' Choice Places to See Fireworks contest.
In the 1,000th episode, titled "A Thousand Yards," NCIS comes under attack by a mysterious enemy from the past.
A Billy Joel special on CBS and Paramount+ will air again after it was cut off in the middle of the singer's performance of "Piano Man."
America's mail carriers don't just face bad weather and aggressive dogs — they're also increasingly targets of violent crime.
The vehicles' failure to detect a "sudden degradation" in the battery could lead to to a sudden loss of power, Ford warns.
The Senate convened for the impeachment trial of Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on Wednesday afternoon, with Democrats aiming to bring the effort to a quick end.
Elon Musk's 2018 compensation package is back for board re-certification after being voided by a Delaware court.
Gio Urshela had an RBI single and Matt Vierling scored on a wild pitch in the eighth inning to put Detroit ahead, and the Tigers' pitchers continued their solid play to beat the Texas Rangers 4-2.
MDARD officials say the virus, which was first detected in Michigan in 2022, was found in Newaygo County, making it the seventh flock in the state in the last two years.
The $872 million most likely excludes any amount UnitedHealth may have paid to hackers in ransom.
George Schappell and sister Lori, of Reading, Pa., were the world's oldest conjoined twins, according to the Guinness Book of World Records.
State officials say the highly pathogenic avian influenza was detected in three dairy herds in Ionia, Isabella and Ottawa counties.
Most worrisome gaps involve cancer chemotherapy drugs, ER medications and and therapies for ADHD.
More than 20 people have been convicted in the case, many of them onetime NBA players.
Gio Urshela had an RBI single and Matt Vierling scored on a wild pitch in the eighth inning to put Detroit ahead, and the Tigers' pitchers continued their solid play to beat the Texas Rangers 4-2.
Patrick Kane scored the shootout winner in a 5-4 Detroit win over the Montreal Canadiens in their regular-season finale Tuesday night, but the Red Wings were eliminated from playoff contention.
The penalties the university and the NCAA agreed on include three years of probation for the university, a fine and recruiting restrictions.
A whopping 10,000 athletes will carry the torch 3,100 miles over 68 days.
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.
Three leaders talked about how the region is doing to help people deal with mental health issues.
The issue of abortion and IVF was also discussed during the roundtable, along with thoughts on how they might sway voters this fall.
Riney, who has spent his 46-year career at Henry Ford Health, was named one of Modern Healthcare's 100 Most Influential People.
Severe storms possible this afternoon from 2pm until 7pm. Meteorologist Kylee Miller has the latest updates.
Walk for Miracles benefits programs of Beaumont Children's and takes place Saturday, June 8 at the Detroit Zoo in Royal Oak.
Just Between Friends is holding a community-building sales event where families can save hundreds of dollars. It is now located in more than 20 states.
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan will deliver his eleventh State of the City; former Michigan House Speaker Lee Chatfield has been charged with embezzlement; Democrats regain control of the Michigan House after Tuesday's special elections and more on the latest top stories.
Starting with some rain and we roads. Storms roll in for the afternoon drive.