Alzheimer’s more likely to hit blacks, Hispanics (Chicago Sun-Times)

Wednesday, March 10th, 2010

As deaths from heart disease and many types of cancers have dipped, living longer is putting more people at risk for Alzheimer’s disease. Now a new report shows African Americans and Hispanics are particularly vulnerable to the brain-wasting disease.African Americans are almost twice as likely as whites to have Alzheimer’s ... continue reading

Alzheimer’s gene sharpens young minds (ABC via Yahoo!7 News)

Tuesday, February 16th, 2010

The genetic variant linked to Alzheimer’s can also improve the brain function of carriers when they are younger, researchers have found.

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Cellphones may protect brain from Alzheimer’s (Reuters via Yahoo! News)

Thursday, January 7th, 2010

A study in mice suggests using cellphones may help prevent some of the brain-wasting effects of Alzheimer’s disease, U.S. researchers said on Wednesday.

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A Caregiver’s Guide to Alzheimer’s Disease 300 Tips

Thursday, November 26th, 2009
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Written for patients, their families, and caregivers, the practical information here will help readers understand what is physically happening to the brain so they can empower their own special skills and talents throughout the disease process. The ... continue reading