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Drugs to Ease Agitation of Alzheimer’s May Pose Risks
October 26, 2006
Medications to treat the behavior problems of dementia may slightly increase the risk of death.
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Middle-Age Spread Tied to Poor Thinking and Memory
October 24, 2006
Obese adults scored worse on cognitive tests.
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Mediterranean Diet May Be Good for the Brain
October 24, 2006
Vegetables, whole grains, fruits, fish, and wine may boost cognitive health.
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Omega-3s, the Fats in Fish Oils, May Benefit Very Mild Alzheimer’s Disease
October 24, 2006
Supplements did nothing for more serious disease.
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Ingreadient in Marijuana may keep Alzheimer's at Bay
Key Ingredient in Marijuana May Keep Alzheimer’s At Bay
October 24, 2006
Active ingredient in marijuana helps preserve brain function.
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Stay Physically Fit, Keep the Mind Sharp
October 24, 2006
Senior fitness linked to a healthy memory.
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Memory Deficits Linked to Brain Loss
September 20, 2006
Seniors who complained of memory problems showed significant loss of gray matter.
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Shedding Pounds May Be An Early Indicator of Alzheimer’s Disease
September 20, 2006
Seniors who lost the most weight were more likely to develop dementia.
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Stress May Hasten Progression of Alzheimer’s Disease
September 18, 2006
Hormones tied to stress increased brain defects characteristic of Alzheimer's.
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Turn Off the TV, Boost Your Memory
September 18, 2006
An active mind and healthy lifestyle may boost brainpower.
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Lead Exposure Linked to Poor Memory
September 13, 2006
High lead exposure led to problems with thinking and memory years later.
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Alzheimer’s Drugs Show Similar, Modest Benefits
September 1, 2006
Medications provided similar, mild benefits in those with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease.
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Treatment Steps May Ease Aggression in Nursing Home Residents
July 25, 2006
Depression, delusions, hallucinations, and constipation may all cause aggression in seniors with dementia.
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Scientists Eye Future Treatments for Alzheimer’s
July 20, 2006
Promising new treatments require further study.
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Alzheimer’s Vaccine Shows Promise
June 14, 2006
An experimental vaccine in mice slowed progression of brain decline.
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Collaborative Care Eases Behavior Problems Related to Alzheimer’s Disease
May 9, 2006
Depression, agitation, and sleep disturbances benefited from enhanced care.
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Alzheimer’s Drug Aricept Linked to Deaths in Study
April 3, 2006
Patients should not stop taking their medications on their own.
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Alzheimer’s Drug Aricept May Have Benefit in Severe Alzheimer’s Disease
March 23, 2006
Aricept slowed some of the mental decline in those with severe Alzheimer's.
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Caring for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s Can Take a Big Toll on Health
February 21, 2006
The stress of caregiving can even lead to early death.
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Medications May Be to Blame for Some Cases of Memory Loss in Seniors
February 13, 2006
Various drug treatments may impair thinking in elderly people.
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Play a Song, or Sing Along, for Alzheimer’s
February 1, 2006
People with Alzheimer's can benefit from the soothing effects of music.
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Three New Studies Aimed at Alzheimer’s Caregivers
January 23, 2006
New York University School of Medicine is currently recruiting participants.
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Social Support and Counseling Help Ease the Burden of Caregiving
January 23, 2006
Counseling and support can help ease feelings of sadness and isolation in caregivers.
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Government Aims to Speed Testing of New Drugs
January 23, 2006
FDA steps would simplify early testing of medications for Alzheimer's and other ills.
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