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Early Drug Therapy May Offer Unique Benefits
December 22, 2004
Prompt treatment may offer particular benefits for someone with Alzheimer's.
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Government Halts Trial of Anti-Inflammatory Drugs for Alzheimer’s
December 22, 2004
Popular pain relievers may present long-term dangers.
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Alzheimer’s Drug May Aid Parkinson’s Dementia
December 10, 2004
Exelon offers modest benefits for brains affected by Parkinson's disease.
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Researchers Zero In on Alzheimer’s Genes
December 2, 2004
Gene research may help target effective treatments.
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Alzheimer’s and the Holidays
December 2, 2004
The holiday season poses unique challenges for families facing Alzheimer's.
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New Concerns Raised about Vitamin E and Alzheimer’s
November 29, 2004
Popping a vitamin E pill to keep memory sharp may do more harm than good.
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Cholesterol Pill May Slow Alzheimer’s Progression
November 12, 2004
A popular drug to lower cholesterol, Lipitor, may slow decline and lift depression.
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Can a Cup of Tea a Day Keep Alzheimer’s At Bay?
October 26, 2004
Tea contains substances that may help keep your brain healthy.
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Scrambled Brain Signals Point to Alzheimer’s Defects
October 25, 2004
Studies in mice shed new light on underlying causes of memory loss.
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Aggression In Persons with Alzheimer’s Requires Patience and Care
October 18, 2004
Solutions are at hand if aggressive behaviors arise.
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Skin ID Badge Wins Medical Approval
October 15, 2004
An implantable chip provides instant access to medical records.
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Blood Pressure Drugs May Slow Mental Decline of Alzheimer’s
October 11, 2004
Certain medicines for high blood pressure may slow the deterioration of Alzheimer's disease.
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Brighten Mealtimes to Enhance Alzheimer’s Care
September 29, 2004
Boldly colorful cups and plates encourage those with Alzheimer's to eat.
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To Cut Your Alzheimer’s Risk, Try Walking
September 21, 2004
Even a modest walk a few times a week may help to keep the brain young.
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PET Brain Scans Now Covered by Medicare
September 17, 2004
The government will now pay for the costly brain scans to help diagnose Alzheimer's.
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To Drive or Not to Drive: A Dilemma for Those with Alzheimer’s
September 16, 2004
Those with mild dementia may or may not be competent to drive.
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Scientists Identify a Possible Early Marker for Memory Decline
September 13, 2004
High levels of homocysteine may be a risk factor for Alzheimer's.
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Fish-Rich Diet May Aid the Brain
September 2, 2004
A diet high in “good†fats may lower your risk for Alzheimer's.
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Move to Nursing Home Is Hard for Care Partners
August 30, 2004
Depression and anxiety may linger for those who move a loved one with Alzheimer's to institutional care.
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Immune Therapy Helps “Untangle” Alzheimer’s Disease
August 6, 2004
Basic research may lead to effective new therapies for dementia and memory loss.
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Alzheimer’s May Hit Minorities Especially Hard
August 1, 2004
Hispanics and Blacks were particularly vulnerable to the mind-ravaging illness.
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“Good” Cholesterol May Help Keep Alzheimer’s at Bay
July 22, 2004
High levels of HDL may help keep the mind sharp.
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Spinach, Broccoli May Help Keep the Brain Young.
July 20, 2004
Certain vegetables may aid the brain and memory.
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Drug May Delay Alzheimer’s Onset
July 19, 2004
Aricept may benefit those with mild cognitive impairment.
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