Same Genes Key to Early & Late-Onset Alzheimer's: Study

Saturday, February 4th, 2012

THURSDAY, Feb. 2 (HealthDay News) — People who develop Alzheimer's disease late in life may have the same gene mutations linked to the inherited, early onset form of the condition, according to a new study.

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New drug could be the first to prevent the progression of Alzheimer’s disease

Monday, December 19th, 2011

Anyone who has watched as Alzheimer’s disease robs a friend or family member of their memories and faculties before ultimately claiming their life knows just what a truly horrible disease it is. According to the World Health Organization, it is the fourth leading cause of death in high-income countries and, ... continue reading

Could Weight Loss Be Early Sign of Alzheimer’s?

Tuesday, November 22nd, 2011

MONDAY, Nov. 21 (HealthDay News) — People with early evidence of Alzheimer’s disease are more likely to be underweight than people who don’t have this type of dementia, a new study suggests.

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Being bilingual may delay Alzheimer’s

Saturday, October 15th, 2011

TORONTO, Oct. 13 (UPI) — People who speak multiple languages have twice as much brain damage as others before exhibiting symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, Canadian researchers found.

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Alzheimer’s May Increase Seizure Risk

Wednesday, July 14th, 2010

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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