Alzheimer’s disease research has shifted to looking for the earliest signs and symptoms of the disease process. A new study has found evidence of early brain damage in some young people at increased risk for the disease.
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As of January 1, 2011, the first Baby Boomer turned 65, with a fellow Boomer joining him every 8 seconds. This “milestone birthday” for Baby Boomers yields 10,000 people a day turning 65. As a result, 4 million Americans a year over the next 19 years will be at increased ... continue reading
Older adults who experience hearing loss may be at increased risk of developing dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease. And the risk of dementia likely increases as hearing loss worsens.
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Hearing Loss May Be Linked to Alzheimer’s
TUESDAY, July 13 (HealthDay News) — People with Alzheimer’s disease appear to be at increased risk for seizures, researchers have found.
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Alzheimer’s May Increase Seizure Risk
Washington, Feb 19 : Lack of adequate vision coverage of older adults may put them at increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease – the most common form of dementia, according to a University of Michigan Health System study.
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