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Alzheimer's

Purpose and direction in life could stave off Alzheimer's

March 03, 2010

People who view life with a sense of purpose and who set goals are less likely to develop Alzheimer's disease or dementia, new research indicates.

Strive to integrate assisted living into care continuum at retirement communities

Robert C. Pfauth February 16, 2010

There should be a seamless transition between levels of care in continuing care retirement communities.

Buzz kill: Marijuana is not effective at treating Alzheimer's, researchers find

February 09, 2010

A Canadian study has called into question marijuana's effectiveness as a potential treatment for Alzheimer's disease.

Sunrise ousts North American vice president in cost-saving move

February 04, 2010

Sunrise Senior Living Inc. on Monday said it will terminate the employment of Daniel Schwartz, senior vice president of North American Operations, effective May 31, 2010.

Why so blue? Berries could slow memory loss

January 21, 2010

It has long been thought that eating blueberries, a rich source of antioxidants, improve memory. Now a study has uncovered evidence of such beneficial effects.

Researchers sniff out clues to Alzheimer's disease

January 19, 2010

Can you smell that? No? For some people, that could mean they are developing Alzheimer's.

Nutrient cocktail helps improve brain function in those with early-stage Alzheimer's

January 11, 2010

Researchers at MIT are encouraging seniors in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease to take their vitamins—but not just any vitamins.

Researchers make the call: Cell phones could help treat Alzheimer's

January 08, 2010

The electromagnetic waves generated by ordinary cell phones can prevent and even reverse the progression of Alzheimer's disease in lab mice, according to a new study.

Music and the mind: Using an iPod to treat Alzheimer's

Concetta M. Tomaino December 23, 2009

The popular music device known as the iPod is a great way to help trigger memories and improve functioning in people with Alzheimer's disease.

Knowledge about celebrities could indicate risk for Alzheimer's, research suggests

December 22, 2009

Our ability to remember information about celebrities could help with more than just trivia games; it could hold clues to early detection of Alzheimer's disease, new research suggests.

Physical brain changes may contribute to apathy among dementia patients, research finds

December 03, 2009

Certain changes in the brain's white matter may influence levels of apathy in dementia patients, according to a new study.

New research links physical weakness to cognitive decline

November 11, 2009

As muscle strength decreases, chances of developing Alzheimer's disease increase, according to recently published research.

Brain inflammation treats, not causes, Alzheimer's disease, research suggests

October 26, 2009

Inflammation in the brain is not a trigger that leads to a build-up of Alzheimer's disease-causing amyloid-beta plaques. It could actually be manipulated to cleanse the brain of those plaques, according to new research.

Researchers looking to extra-virgin olive oil for possible recipe against Alzheimer's

September 30, 2009

Extra-virgin olive oil (or E.V.O.O. to fans of cooking show host Rachael Ray) is heart-healthy cooking oil that goes great with Mediterranean food. Now, researchers say it might also help prevent Alzheimer's disease.

Report: 10% jump in Alzheimer's in five years

September 22, 2009

Rapidly accelerating rates of dementia worldwide will result in a 10% increase in the number of dementia sufferers in the 2005 to 2010 time frame, according to a new report from Alzheimer's Disease International. The acceleration of cases will lead to an Alzheimer's that will double every 20 years, resulting in an estimated 115 million dementia patients by mid-century, researchers said.

Spinal fluid could contain key to accurate Alzheimer's diagnosis

September 16, 2009

A substance found in spinal fluid could be used to accurately diagnose Alzheimer's disease, according to new research.

Communication problems stress caregivers of patients with Alzheimer's

September 15, 2009

Working with dementia patients can take a great physical toll on caregivers, but a new study finds that communication causes more physical strain than any lifting or transfer challenges.

Infections speed memory loss among those with Alzheimer's, study finds

September 10, 2009

Even the most minor infections or injuries can significantly hasten memory loss among people with Alzheimer's disease, according to a recently published study.

Scientists uncover possible root cause of Alzheimer's, could yield new treatment options

September 04, 2009

A recent scientific discovery could lead to an entirely new class of drugs to treat the underlying cause of Alzheimer's disease, according to recent reports.

Study: Education protects against Alzheimer's

August 12, 2009

Researchers in Germany have discovered that formal education can help stave off Alzheimer's disease symptoms, even if the brain has developed physical characteristics of the disease, according to a new study.

Senators call for office devoted to Alzheimer's research

July 30, 2009

Two U.S. senators Wednesday introduced a proposal that would create an Office of the National Alzheimer's Project in the White House to coordinate research into treating and eradicating Alzheimer's disease.

Geriatrics study: Drink your way to mental health... sort of

July 14, 2009

The largest study to date on the effects of alcohol intake among seniors has turned up mixed results: On one hand, moderate consumption significantly decreases the risk of developing dementia. However, if a person already has dementia, any alcohol consumption greatly accelerates cognitive decline.

Young adults with strong language skills at lower risk for Alzheimer's later, research suggests

July 13, 2009

A study from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore suggests that "20-somethings" with highly developed language skills are less likely to have Alzheimer's disease in old age, even if they develop the hallmark brain tangles that typically lead to dementia.

Cognitive tests don't differentiate between Alzheimer's, vascular dementia, study finds

July 09, 2009

Less than 2% of the most common neuropsychological tests can differentiate between Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia, according to a recently published report.

Medicare waiting period hurts those with early-stage Alzheimer's, report finds

July 08, 2009

Early-onset Alzheimer's disease strikes before a person is old enough to qualify for Medicare, leaving many without health insurance. But advocates of those with the disease are lobbying to change that, according to recent news reports.

Brain imaging technique could help identify those who will develop Alzheimer's

June 17, 2009

Researchers have discovered a way to predict whether someone with cognitive decline will develop Alzheimer's disease: They measure the size of certain areas of that person's brain, according to a new report.

Report: Drug manufacturer knew Zyprexa was ineffective, deadly for seniors with Alzheimer's

June 15, 2009

Pharmaceutical giant Eli Lily & Co. knew its product Zyprexa was ineffective for treating dementia when it pressured physicians to prescribe it to seniors from 1999 and 2003, according to a report citing recently unsealed company documents.

New dementia tool lets takers test their own memories

June 12, 2009

When it comes to detecting dementia, a successful new tool being developed by British researchers lets people test themselves.

Who needs sleep? Not seniors (at least not much), studies find

June 11, 2009

Two different studies presented Wednesday at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine suggest the following: most seniors aren't sleeping well, and sleep deprivation doesn't affect cognitive performance.

Study: No racial disparity in life expectancy for dementia

June 10, 2009

Although previous studies have indicated that blacks with dementia tend to live longer than whites with the disease, a new study finds that the condition decreases life expectancy equally among the races.