Study finds link between alcohol use disorder and faster Alzheimer’s progression

A new study from Scripps Research has found that alcohol use disorder (AUD) and Alzheimer’s disease (AD) share similar gene expression patterns. This suggests that alcohol consumption may speed up the progression of Alzheimer’s. Researchers used single-cell RNA sequencing to analyze brain cells from Alzheimer’s patients and found disruptions in inflammation and cell signaling in both disorders. The study highlights AUD as a potential risk factor for AD and suggests new targets for treatment. Future research will involve larger datasets to confirm these findings. The study emphasizes the importance of understanding the relationship between alcohol use and Alzheimer’s disease.