Promising new Alzheimer's experiments may lead to cure

Thursday, May 17th, 2012

People who have genetic predisposition to Alzheimer's will begin tests with experimental drug; Nasal spray for people with early memory problems to be tested as well

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Doctor: 'Tsunami' of Alzheimer's looms

Sunday, April 1st, 2012

WORCESTER – Preparing for the coming “tsunami” of people with Alzheimer's disease has become a national priority, a panel of medical and care-giving experts told an audience that filled the amphitheater Wednesday night at the University of Massachusetts Medical School.

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Antioxidants may not help people with Alzheimer's

Tuesday, March 20th, 2012

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) – Daily use of antioxidants including vitamin C and vitamin E didn't improve thinking and memory skills in people with Alzheimer's disease, in a new study. Researchers found that some patients taking antioxidants actually had faster declines in memory over the four-month study compared to those ... continue reading

1 in 7 People With Alzheimer's Lives Alone

Sunday, March 11th, 2012

Title: 1 in 7 People With Alzheimer's Lives Alone Category: Health News Created: 3/8/2012 11:00:00 AM Last Editorial Review: 3/8/2012

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Sleeplessness Tied to Early Alzheimer's, Study Says

Wednesday, February 15th, 2012

TUESDAY, Feb. 14 (HealthDay News) — Poor-quality sleep may have worse effects than simple fatigue: A preliminary new study suggests it's linked to the buildup of brain plaques seen in people with Alzheimer's disease.

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