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Alzheimer's Causes on Risk Factors
Alzheimer’s Research on Causes and Risk Factors
January 27, 2014
What causes Alzheimer’s? We still don’t fully understand what causes Alzheimer’s disease, but scientists are zeroing in on the answers.…
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Common Pain Relievers Ineffective Against Alzheimer’s
January 27, 2014
Popular painkillers like ibuprofen and naproxen did nothing to prevent the onset of Alzheimer’s disease in elderly men and women…
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Memory Decline May Be Rapid Before Alzheimer’s Onset
January 27, 2014
A rapid decline in thinking and memory skills often heralds the onset of Alzheimer’s disease, a new study reports. The…
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Paying Attention to Blood Vessel Health in Alzheimer’s Disease
January 16, 2014
People with Alzheimer’s disease often have problems with blood vessels in the brain that may be making symptoms worse, a…
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Hormone Therapy Does Not Lead to Dementia
January 16, 2014
Middle-aged women who take hormone replacement therapy to help ease the hot flashes and other symptoms of menopause are not…
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Skin Cancer Tied to Lower Alzheimer’s Risk
January 16, 2014
Having skin cancer is never a good thing. But it may have a silver lining. New research shows that having…
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Copper May Play a Role in Alzheimer’s Disease
December 31, 2013
Do metals in our environment play a role in Alzheimer’s disease? A new study found that copper, found in drinking…
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Low Blood Sugar May Trigger Dementia in Those With Diabetes
December 31, 2013
Older adults with diabetes who experience severe episodes of low blood sugar, or hypoglycemia, are at increased risk of developing…
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Rhode Island Extends Paid Work Benefits to Caregivers
December 31, 2013
An innovative new law in Rhode Island, the Temporary Caregiver’s Insurance law, provides for paid time off for workers who…
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New Research from a Colleague of Our Medical Director
December 11, 2013
Dr. Sidney Strickland is a recognized leader in the study of vascular factors and their effects on Alzheimer’s disease. A…
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B Vitamins May Keep the Brain Robust
December 11, 2013
Numerous studies suggest that B vitamins may be good for the brain and help to preserve memory in old age.…
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Diet May Prime the Brain for Alzheimer’s
December 11, 2013
Nutrition experts have long advised against eating a sugar-rich diet high in saturated fats because it can lead to obesity,…
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Alzheimer’s Drugs May Have Heart Benefits
November 27, 2013
Medications commonly used to treat Alzheimer’s disease may have another benefit: they may reduce the risk of having a heart…
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Fisher Scientists Discover New Ways to Rid Cells of Alzheimer’s Protein
November 12, 2013
Identifying a cure for Alzheimer’s disease remains a major challenge. Few drugs are currently approved by the Food and Drug Administration to treat Alzheimer’s patients...
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Appetite Hormone Linked to Alzheimer’s Disease
October 31, 2013
Having low levels of leptin, a hormone that regulates appetite, is linked to an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease in…
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Cancer Drug Shows Disappointing Results for Alzheimer’s
October 31, 2013
A cancer drug called bexarotene failed to live up to its early promise in treating the brain plaques of Alzheimer’s…
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Anesthesia Does Not Lead to Dementia, Study Finds
October 31, 2013
A new study provides reassurance to the millions of people who must undergo major surgery each year: general anesthesia does…
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How Olive Oil May Protect Against Alzheimer’s
October 3, 2013
Numerous studies suggest that olive oil, one of the foundations of the heart-healthy Mediterranean diet, may also be good for…
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Controlling Blood Pressure May Help Ward Off Alzheimer’s
October 3, 2013
Keeping your blood pressure under control may help to ward off Alzheimer’s in old age, a new study found. The…
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New Rules Proposed for Testing Alzheimer’s Drugs
October 3, 2013
The Food and Drug Administration, the government agency that approves new drugs for sale in the United States, is proposing…
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In the Age of Bountiful
October 1, 2013
When you are paying attention, you can really learn a lot. But you have to be willing to really look,…
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Are You Part of The Sandwich Generation?
September 30, 2013
Whether they know it or not, many Baby Boomers belong to the “sandwich generation.” This doesn’t refer to what they…
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Silver Alerts Are as Good as Gold
September 30, 2013
Days after an 88-year-old resident of an Eastern Oklahoma residential facility went missing, he was found in Flagstaff, Arizona. A…
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MetLife Foundation Announces Research Award Winners
September 30, 2013
In May, MetLife Foundation honored the recipients of the 2013 Awards for Medical Research in Alzheimer’s Disease. Yueming Li, PhD,…
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