Alzheimer’s awareness – ‘Prevention is key’

Tuesday, November 30th, 2010

Summary:  It happens every 70 seconds – someone in the United States is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. It happens every 70 seconds – someone in the United States is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. The Alzheimer’s Association’s statistics are staggering, prompting some local organizations to step up the fight against the ... continue reading

ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION NEWS: Check for Alzheimer’s signs

Sunday, November 14th, 2010

National Alzheimer’s Month is a prime time to update our awareness of new research, Alzheimer’s disease’s difference from normal aging, talking successfully with AD folks and ways to help relieve their families.

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Seven stages of Alzheimer’s disease

Saturday, November 13th, 2010

Now, during Alzheimer’s Awareness month, is an important time to recognize Alzheimer’s and its symptoms. Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia that has a higher risk factor with increasing age. It is a progressive disease that worsens with time. Besides the most common early symptom of Alzheimer’s, which ... continue reading

Alzheimer’s Awareness activities begin Tuesday

Monday, September 20th, 2010

Alzheimer’s Awareness Day is scheduled to start at noon Tuesday at the Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health, 890 Mill St., Suite 102. Information about Alzheimer’s disease will be available, along with refreshments.

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Alzheimer’s from A to Z (The Record and Herald News)

Monday, November 30th, 2009

Today marks the end of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, which brings to light the progressive and fatal brain disease named for German doctor Alois Alzheimer.

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