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Genetic Risk for Alzheimer’s Transcends Race

Thursday, June 19th, 2008
New research discovers a commonly recognized gene that places one at risk for Alzheimer's disease does not discriminate between blacks and whites. Florida State University Psychology Professor Natalie Sachs-Ericsson and graduate student Kathryn Sawyer found that ...  Read more... »

Grapes May Aid Alzheimer Treatment

Wednesday, June 18th, 2008
Researchers have discovered that an extract from grape seeds may help prevent or treat Alzheimer's disease (AD). The new Mount Sinai study discovered the beneficial effects of polyphenolics derived from red grape seeds. Researchers believe the ...  Read more... »

Imaging Illuminates Early Alzheimer’s

Tuesday, June 17th, 2008
Recent advances in technology suggests use of molecular imaging can aid the diagnosis of Alzheimer's in it's very early stages. In the past, physicians were able only to follow the progression of Alzheimer's disease (AD) through ...  Read more... »

Unexpected Rewards From Alzheimer Investigations

Thursday, June 12th, 2008
Mayo Clinic researchers announce a new class of medications being testing to treat Alzheimer's disease work may lead to new drug discovery for this disease and others. In the June 12 ...  Read more... »

Bright Light Helps Elderly With Dementia

Wednesday, June 11th, 2008
A recent study finds that techniques to restore the circadian rhythm of elderly persons may help improve the symptoms of dementia. Researchers discovered the use of bright daytime lighting in conjunction ...  Read more... »

Genetic Variants May Lead to Early Alzheimer’s

Tuesday, June 10th, 2008
A new study identifies a genetic variation associated with an earlier age of onset in Alzheimer's disease. Unlike genetic mutations previously linked to rare, inherited forms of early-onset Alzheimer's disease — which ...  Read more... »

Multiple Benefits of Socializing for Older Women

Thursday, June 5th, 2008
Visiting with friends and family has always been associated with lifting the spirits and improving mood. A new research study finds socializing may provide additional benefits among older women by improving ...  Read more... »

Lab Study Reverses Alzheimer’s

Tuesday, June 3rd, 2008
Researchers have discovered blocking a common immune system response cleared up plaques associated with Alzheimer's disease and enabled treated mice to recover some lost memory. Yale University researchers hope the new approach ...  Read more... »

Variety of NSAIDS Help Reduce Alzheimer’s Risk

Thursday, May 29th, 2008
A new study finds that different types of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, naproxen, and aspirin, appear to be equally effective in lowering the risk of Alzheimer's disease. The study ...  Read more... »

Antipsychotic Meds for Older Adults Could Be Dangerous

Tuesday, May 27th, 2008
A new report discovers older adults with dementia who receive short-term courses of antipsychotic medications are more likely to be hospitalized or die than those who do not take ...  Read more... »
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