World Health Organization and Alzheimer's Disease International say dementia must be a global health priority

Wednesday, April 11th, 2012

ALZHEIMER SOCIETY OF CANADA ASKS: WHERE IN THE WORLD IS CANADA?TORONTO, April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ – Landmark data released today by the World Health Organization (WHO) and Alzheimer's Disease International …

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President Obama to provide federal funding for Alzheimer’s programs

Monday, December 26th, 2011

As the world’s leading voluntary health organization advocating for Alzheimer’s care, support and research, the Alzheimer’s Association is pleased that Congress and President Obama have responded to calls by the Alzheimer’s Association on behalf of people with Alzheimer’s disease, caregivers, health professionals and researchers, to provide federal funding for several ... continue reading

Alzheimer’s Risk Linked to Common Complaints, from Poor Eyesight to Denture Trouble

Friday, July 15th, 2011

As we age, all sorts of things may start to break down. Joints ache, or vision fails, and or maybe cognitive abilities falter. The leading known risk for getting Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia is simply getting older, followed, some studies suggest, by major illnesses, such as diabetes, ... continue reading

Alzheimer’s problem alarming

Sunday, September 12th, 2010

THE rate of Alzheimer’s disease in Maroondah is set to more than double by 2050, figures show.

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Alzheimer society warns against self-medication

Saturday, September 11th, 2010

THE ALZHEIMER Society of Ireland has warned against any attempt to “self-medicate” against the onset of dementia. Its warning comes after research showed that high doses of vitamin B helps to slow changes in the brain seen in dementia.

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