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LATEST ALZHEIMER'S RESEARCH NEWS YOU CAN USE

Expert reviewed Alzheimer’s and Dementia News

Month: June 2014

Simple Steps May Simplify Home Alzheimer’s Care
Among Americans with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, an estimated 70 percent are cared for at home by…
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How Heartburn Drugs May Lead to Memory Problems
Popular drugs for heartburn may lead to deficiencies in vitamin B12, a vitamin critical for brain and nervous system health.…
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Some Ethnic Groups at Increased Dementia Risk
One in five older Americans has type 2 diabetes, putting them at increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and other…
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Caregiving from Afar
How to care for a loved one who is many miles away Caring for a loved one who has Alzheimer’s…
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The New Face of Alzheimer’s
Women are being affected by Alzheimer’s disease more and more every day. They outnumber men as Alzheimer’s patients, and…
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The Three Goodbyes
With proper planning and support, caregivers can reduce some of the burdens associated with late-stage Alzheimer’s. We all know we’ll…
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Seth Rogen: Raising Awareness One Laugh at a Time
The gifted actor/writer/producer/director is stepping forward to urge more investment into Alzheimer’s research. Anyone who has been affected by Alzheimer’s…
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Alzheimer’s Disease and Gum Health: Is There a Connection?
Previous research has indicated interesting parallels between periodontal disease and Alzheimer’s. Are they connected? We asked the experts. You may…
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“Me” Time
How maintaining a hobby can make you a better caregiver.When you’re caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease, you…
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Truth in Numbers
Deaths from Alzheimer’s disease may be underreported. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that in 2010,…
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Shadowing
The challenge of never being alone Caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease at home is a difficult task and…
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Poor Sleep May Be Linked to Alzheimer’s Disease
Lack of sleep or waking up several times during the night may be bad for the brain and may increase…
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Growing Evidence Ties Heart Health to Alzheimers Risk
Scientists have found further evidence that cardiovascular health is tied to brain health, including the risk for Alzheimer’s disease. They…
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Earlier Alzheimer’s Diagnosis May Lead to Better Care
People with Alzheimer’s disease who were given brain scans and diagnosed early in the course of their illness did better…
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Singing and Music Have Benefits for Alzheimer’s
Many people play music as a soothing balm for those with Alzheimer’s, and musical ability is often long retained into…
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Speaking Two Languages May Ward Off Dementia
People who speak two languages develop Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia nearly five years later than their peers who…
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High Blood Pressure in Midlife Predicts Memory Loss of Alzheimer’s
Mentally alert men and women who have signs of high blood pressure in middle age are more likely to have…
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