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LATEST ALZHEIMER'S RESEARCH NEWS YOU CAN USE

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Protein Tied to Long Life May Protect Against Alzheimer’s
February 26, 2015
Raising levels of a protein in mice that is linked to a longer life appears to help protect laboratory animals…
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Inflammation Holds Clues to Alzheimer’s Progression, and Possible Treatment
February 26, 2015
Researchers are discovering new ways in which inflammation and the immune system influence the progression of Alzheimer’s, offering new hope…
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Common Allergy and Sleep Drugs Tied to Higher Alzheimer’s Risk
February 13, 2015
Some drugs commonly used to treat hay fever, insomnia and depression have been linked to a higher risk of Alzheimer’s…
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Prostate Drug Slows Memory Decline in Women with Alzheimer’s
February 13, 2015
A medication commonly given to stop the spread of prostate cancer in men showed promise in slowing memory loss in…
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When Alzheimer’s Leads to Legal Wrangles
February 13, 2015
Memory loss is the best-known symptom of Alzheimer’s disease. But the illness can also lead to poor judgment and changes…
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The Fisher Center for Alzheimer’s Research Foundation receives the exceptional 4-star rating from Charity Navigator for the fourth year in a row!
February 3, 2015
Charity Navigator works independently to help guide donors toward more intelligent giving. In its quest to help donors, its team…
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Dr. Manny: How the Fisher Center is leading the search in finding a cure for Alzheimer’s disease
January 23, 2015
To me, the greatest significance of the Fisher Center for Alzheimer’s Research Foundation is that it supports one of the…
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A Few Cups of Coffee a Day May Lower Alzheimer’s Risk
January 23, 2015
Moderate coffee consumption may be good for the brain. Those are the conclusions of a review of the evidence that…
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Early Alzheimer’s May Involve More Than Just Memory Loss
January 23, 2015
Depression, anxiety, irritability and changes in appetite are among the earliest symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, and may occur even before…
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Promising Drug, Gantenerumab, Fails to Prevent Alzheimer’s Onset
January 23, 2015
A promising investigational drug called gantenerumab failed to stem the slide into Alzheimer’s for people at high risk of developing…
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Fisher Center for Alzheimer’s Research launches dynamic new online platform
January 20, 2015
Award-winning MRM//McCann Completes Pro Bono Redesign of ALZinfo.org NEW YORK, January 20, 2015: The Fisher Center for Alzheimer’s Research Foundation…
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Brain Scans Move Closer to Early Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
January 13, 2015
Using a modified 3-D brain scan technique called magnetic resonance imaging, or MRI, researchers are moving closer to detecting Alzheimer’s…
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Sleep Hormone Linked to Alzheimer’s Progression
January 13, 2015
People with Alzheimer’s disease often have sleep problems. Now scientists may know one reason why. Italian researchers found that people…
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Anxiety May Speed Progression to Alzheimer’s
January 13, 2015
High levels of anxiety may speed progression to Alzheimer’s disease in people with mild cognitive impairment, a form of memory…
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Chocolate May Aid Age-Related Memory Loss
December 31, 2014
Men and women who consumed a cocoa-rich diet for three months did much better on memory tests than those who…
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Most People With Alzheimer’s Have Not Had Dementia Testing
December 31, 2014
More than half of people with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia have never seen a doctor about their…
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Moderate Drinking Can Be Good for the Aging Brain
December 15, 2014
Men and women who drink moderately in older age may have better memory than those who abstain from alcohol, a…
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Blood Test Offers Hope for Early Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s
December 15, 2014
A novel blood test offers hope for diagnosing Alzheimer’s at its earliest stages, up to 10 years before symptoms like…
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Just As I Am
December 3, 2014
By now it’s well known that Glen Campbell, the legendary recording star, is in the fight of his life with…
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Taking Part in the Search for the Cure
December 3, 2014
Getting involved in clinical trials is an effective way to advance the pursuit for better treatments and even a cure…
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Jim Nantz: A Son’s Calling
December 3, 2014
You may not recognize his face, but if you’re a sports fan, you’ll likely recognize his voice. Jim Nantz, a…
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A Helping Hand
December 3, 2014
When is it time for professional in-home care? People with Alzheimer’s disease go through a lot of changes—something that you,…
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A Report from the Interior
December 3, 2014
Poignant new book offers an honest firsthand perspective of Alzheimer’s disease Greg O’Brien knows what memory loss looks like, having…
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Therapy Dogs: Making the Connection with Alzheimer’s Patients
December 3, 2014
Therapy dogs serve in all sorts of health care environments to bring comfort and a friendly (and furry) face to…
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