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Heavy Social Drinking Damages the Brain
April 15, 2004
People who drink socially, but a lot, may show long-term damage to memory and other skills.
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Study Links a Common B Vitamin to Poor Memory in Seniors
April 6, 2004
A lack of vitamin B-12 may be a risk factor for failing memory.
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How Long Can You Expect to Live with Alzheimer’s?
April 5, 2004
Researchers address a difficult issue for people with Alzheimer's and their caregivers.
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Can Licorice Boost Brain Power?
March 30, 2004
A substance in black licorice improved recall in healthy older men, but more study is needed.
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Smoking Is Bad for Your Brain, Too
March 22, 2004
Mental decline joins the list of many ills related to cigarettes.
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Gene Influences When Alzheimer’s Symptoms Appear
March 11, 2004
An inherited gene raises your risk for dementia at an earlier age.
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Estrogen Alone May Raise Dementia Risk
March 3, 2004
Hormone replacement therapy using estrogen alone in women who have had hysterectomies does not increase the risk of breast cancer,
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Why You May Need an Elder Law Attorney
February 24, 2004
Elder law attorneys focus on the special needs of older persons and people with disabilities. Their special expertise is targeted at protecting the autonomy, quality of life, and financial security of seniors as they age.
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Cancer-Alzheimer’s Link to Be Explored
February 19, 2004
New government funding has been approved to probe the links between cancer and Alzheimer's disease...
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Hormone Replacement Therapies Carry Alzheimer’s Risk
February 10, 2004
The FDA is requiring makers of estrogen and progestin drug products to list Alzheimer's disease on warning labels
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Turning in the Car Keys: A Difficult Time for those with Dementia
January 30, 2004
The decision to stop driving is never easy for families touched by Alzheimer's.
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Counseling Offers Many Benefits for Alzheimers Caregivers
January 24, 2004
Support and counseling may ease the burden of caring for a loved one with dementia.
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Study of New Alzheimer’s Drug, Namenda, Expands
January 14, 2004
Scientists continue to examine the possible benefits of Namenda (memantine), approved for later-stage disease.
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Snoezelen Rooms May Offer Benefits for those with Dementia
January 2, 2004
Colored lights, soft sounds, and pleasing aromas can ease the agitation and restlessness that commonly afflicts those with Alzheimer's.
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In Alzheimer’s, Nature and Nurture Play Dueling Roles
December 21, 2003
Lifestyle and environmental factors may play an important role in keeping the memory intact.
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Novel Chelation Therapy Shows Promise for Alzheimer’s
December 15, 2003
An innovate technique using an antibiotic called clioquinol produced modest benefits against mental decline, though results are very preliminary.
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Strokes May Increase Alzheimer’s Risk
December 15, 2003
Having a stroke may up your risk for dementia, especially if you also have heart disease.
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Emotional Distress May Up Alzheimer’s Risk
December 8, 2003
Stress, anxiety and depression can double the chances of developing Alzheimer's disease.
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MRI Scans Show Promise for Early Detection of Memory Loss
November 25, 2003
Brain imaging offers early clues to a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease.
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The Delicate Balance of End-of-Life Care
November 13, 2003
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's poses difficult challenges to the end.
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Caregiving May Be Hazardous to Your Health
November 11, 2003
The demands of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's can impair physical well being.
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Learning to Speak Alzheimer’s
November 3, 2003
A new book offers valuable practical tips for Alzheimer's care.
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Physical Surroundings Can Bolster Alzheimer’s Wellness
November 1, 2003
A well-designed facility can make a big difference in how people with dementia act and feel, a new study finds.
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Gene May Play a Role in Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Onset
October 29, 2003
Researchers have uncovered a gene that may determine the age at which symptoms first appear.
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