Editorial: Improving memory deficits in Alzheimer's disease

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is one of the most prevalent dementia causes, and accounts for > 80% of cases in the elderly. In addition, the incidence rate of AD is increasing, especially in people that suffered COVID-19. It is estimated that there will be over 150 million people with dementia across the world in 2050. This will put an immense pressure on social economic and healthcare and decrease the quality of life of the global population. The causes of the AD are still far from clear, despite many advances in recent years showing a prominent role of inflammation and the immune system. The most prominent symptom of AD is a progressive deterioration of cognitive functions, which includes working memory and long-term episodic memory. These impairments result in a wide range of devastating problems ranging from difficulties in simple daily lives to a complete loss of independent living and premature death.