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Month: July 2007

Skin Patch Approved for Treatment of Mild to Moderate Alzheimer’s

July 30, 2007

A skin patch that delivers small, continuous doses of the Alzheimer's drug Exelon throughout the day was approved for sale in the United States earlier this month.

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A Dash of Spice to Fight Alzheimer’s

July 30, 2007

Turmeric, the main ingredient in curry spice, may contain an immune-boosting substance that helps protect the brain against Alzheimer's, researchers report.

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Aricept Eases Symptoms of Severe Alzheimer’s Disease

July 30, 2007

Aricept, a drug commonly used to treat mild to moderate Alzheimer's, showed modest benefits for people with severe disease.

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Memory Problems Often Lead to Restless Nights

July 26, 2007

Older women who have memory problems are more likely than those with intact memories to have problems falling asleep and staying asleep, a new study reports.

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Fish Oil May Ease Agitation and Depression of Alzheimer’s

July 5, 2007

Omega-3 fatty acids, the "good" fats found in salmon and other fatty fish, may ease agitation and depression in some people with Alzheimer's disease, a new study suggests.

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Poor Scent Detection May Signal Early Alzheimer’s

July 5, 2007

An inability to detect common odors may be an early sign of Alzheimer's disease, researchers report.

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