'Living With It' -- Alzheimer's Disease
Dr. William Netzer, Research Scientist at the Fisher Center Foundation, talks about living with Alzheimer's Disease to America Online (AOL)
'Living With It' -- Alzheimer's Disease
Dr. William Netzer, Research Scientist at the Fisher Center Foundation, talks about living with Alzheimer's Disease to America Online (AOL)
A poor sense of smell may be one of the earliest signs of Alzheimer’s. Now, researchers have shown that the offending culprit may be beta-amyloid, a protein that builds up in a toxic form in the brains of those with … Continue reading
Scientists have long sought to develop a vaccine that may prevent the onset or progression of Alzheimer’s disease. But so far, vaccines have had limited benefit and proved potentially dangerous, sometimes triggering life-threatening inflammation in the brain. Now, researchers say … Continue reading
A new type of brain scan may help to detect Alzheimer’s early, using no radiation and at less cost than other techniques, researchers report. Doctors at the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine have developed a form of magnetic … Continue reading
Can what you eat help to protect the brain, and possibly help ward off Alzheimer’s disease? A growing body of evidence suggests nutritional factors can influence brain health, including a new report linking certain nutrients to good cognitive health. Researchers … Continue reading
The activity and festivities during Passover and Easter pose special challenges for families coping with Alzheimer’s disease. The hurried pace can be trying at times for just about anyone, but for someone coping with Alzheimer’s disease, the change in routine … Continue reading
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