Aricept Proves Ineffective for the Agitation of Alzheimer’s
October 22, 2007
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.
Exploring the Link Between Body Weight and Alzheimer’s
October 17, 2007
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...
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...
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.
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...
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.
Turmeric, the main ingredient in curry spice, may contain an immune-boosting substance that helps protect the brain against Alzheimer's, researchers report.
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.
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.