Archive for August, 2005

New Technology Can Diagnose Alzheimer’s Before Death

Wednesday, August 31st, 2005

New Technology Can Diagnose Alzheimer’s Before Death
As of now, the only definitive way to diagnose Alzheimer’s disease is through an autopsy, but new technology from Aspect Medical Systems is helping to change that.

American Health Assistance Foundation: Alzheimer's disease

Wednesday, August 31st, 2005

American Health Assistance Foundation: Alzheimer’s disease
AHAF funds scientific research on age-related diseases, educates the public about these diseases, and provides financial assistance to Alzheimer’s disease

Toxin Found That Makes Alzheimer’s Worse

Tuesday, August 30th, 2005

Toxin Found That Makes Alzheimer’s Worse
Researchers in Australia have found a toxin in the brain of Alzheimer’s patients that appears to impact the progression of the disease. Researchers point out that the toxin is not the cause of Alzheimer’s but ... continue reading

Blood flow to brain may be clue to certain dementias

Tuesday, August 30th, 2005

Blood flow to brain may be clue to certain dementias
The amount of blood flowing into the brain may play a larger role in the development of dementia than previously believed, according to a study in the September issue of the journal Radiology.

Publications - Alzheimer's Disease International

Tuesday, August 30th, 2005

Publications - Alzheimer’s Disease International
Alzheimer’s Disease International produces a range of publications - a All materials and content copyright Alzheimer’s Disease International 1998-2005