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Fish, Fruits and Veggies Lower Risk of Alzheimer’s
A varied diet high in heart-healthy fats is good for the brain.
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High Blood Pressure Boosts Risk for Memory Problems
Hypertension is linked to mild cognitive impairment.
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Heart Ills Accelerate Progression of Alzheimer’s
High blood pressure, chest pains or irregular heart beat linked to impaired memory.
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Beta Carotene May Help Keep the Brain Young
A large new study points to potential benefits from long-term use of beta-carotene supplements.
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Blood Test for Alzheimer’s Moves One Step Closer
Markers in the blood may signal dementia two to six years before debilitating memory loss.
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One in Seven Americans Over 70 Has Dementia
New survey shows prevalence of Alzheimer's nationwide.
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A Brain-Boosting Diet that Also Prolongs Life
A Mediterranean diet may help people with Alzheimer's live longer.
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Can Cholesterol Pills Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease?
Statin drugs, taken for the heart, also have effects on the brain.
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Aricept Proves Ineffective for the Agitation of Alzheimer’s
Aricept, a drug commonly prescribed to treat cognitive decline in mild to moderate Alzheimer's, proved no more effective than a placebo for easing agitation, restlessness, and other behavioral symptoms of the disease.
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A Warning for High-School Dropouts
Not finishing high school may lead to memory problems.
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Are You Conscientious? You May Be Less Likely to Get Alzheimer’s
Discipline and purpose may be markers for a dementia-resistant brain.
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Exploring the Link Between Body Weight and Alzheimer’s
Carrying excess weight has been linked to a variety of chronic ailments, including heart disease, strokes, and diabetes. Being overweight in middle age has also been linked to an increased risk for Alzheimer's disease late in life...
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Counseling Helps Alzheimer’s Caregivers Stay Healthy
Counseling and support is not just good for easing stress in those who care for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease. It may also boost physical health as well...
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Ovary Removal Can Take a Toll on Memory in Younger Women
Women who have their ovaries removed before menopause are at an increased risk of developing memory problems or dementia down the road.
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Reversing Memory Loss
A new study gives insights into the way the brain and memories work, raising the possibility that it may one day be possible to develop a drug to recover lost memories. The findings could lead to new treatments for Alzheimer's.
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Weight Loss May Occur Years Before Alzheimer’s Onset in Women
Women who have dementia start losing weight at least 10 years before the disease is diagnosed, a new study shows.
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More Coffee? It May Keep the Memory Sharp
Researchers report that older women who drank three or more cups of coffee a day, or an equivalent amount of caffeine-rich tea, had sharper memories...
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Aricept Eases Symptoms of Severe Alzheimer’s Disease
Aricept, a drug commonly used to treat mild to moderate Alzheimer's, showed modest benefits for people with severe disease.
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Skin Patch Approved for Treatment of Mild to Moderate Alzheimer’s
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
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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Memory Problems Often Lead to Restless Nights
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
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
An inability to detect common odors may be an early sign of Alzheimer's disease, researchers report.
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How Head Injuries, Strokes Increase Alzheimer’s Risk
Researchers have discovered new clues as to how strokes or head trauma may increase Alzheimer's risk
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