A Fast Forward on 'Cure' for Dementia

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A Fast Forward on 'Cure' for Dementia

(Source: The Journal) - A helmet that projects infra-red light into the

eyes of the wearer is believed to provide significant benefits for

dementia patients.

Research at the University of Sunderland in the UK has shown that

regular exposure to safe low-level infra-red light may be able to turn

back the brain's biological clock and reverse memory loss.

Though not yet tested on humans, it is being called a " potential cure

for dementia. " Human trials are scheduled to start in the summer to see

if the treatment could provide a cure to illnesses like Alzheimer's.

The study has so far shown the treatment can improve learning

performance and kick-start cognitive function of the brain.

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