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Harvard doctor envisions eye test for Alzheimer's
Published February 26 2006
Concepts: Alzheimer's, the brain, natural health

Northwestern researcher designs compound that combats Alzheimer's disease
Published February 22 2006
Concepts: Alzheimer's, natural health, renewable energy

Caregiver shares advice about coping with the difficulties of Alzheimer's patients
Published January 31 2006
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, dementia

Rhode Island study claims Alzheimer's operates much like diabetes
Published January 26 2006
Concepts: Alzheimer's, insulin, Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, the brain

British report predicts dementia cases will double every 20 years
Published January 19 2006
Concepts: dementia, Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, developing countries, The Lancet

Research explains that Alzheimer's is a form of diabetes that targets the brain
Published January 8 2006
Concepts: Alzheimer's, diabetes, insulin, the brain, hospital


Brain study suggests exercise may protect the mind from Alzheimer's
Published January 3 2006
Concepts: the brain, Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, nerve cells, brain health

Study discovers Alzheimer's is a new form of diabetes
Published January 1 2006
Concepts: Alzheimer's, insulin, the brain, hospital, Alzheimer's disease

Study claims Alzheimer's is a new form of diabetes
Published December 18 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, insulin, the brain, hospital, Alzheimer's disease

Senior health expert fields questions surrounding the mental health of the elderly
Published November 7 2005
Concepts: memory loss, senior health, mental health, Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease

Red wine compound fights Alzheimer's brain plaques
Published November 7 2005
Concepts: resveratrol, Alzheimer's, red wine, grapes, Alzheimer's disease

New law would take firearms away from Alzheimer's patients
Published November 1 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, dementia, aging

Research foundation sees growing interest in dementia research
Published October 25 2005
Concepts: dementia, Australia, Alzheimer's

Discovery of specific protein may lead to future Alzheimer's treatment
Published October 21 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, the brain, chemotherapy drugs, chemotherapy, Alzheimer's disease


University scientists explore dietary copper as a possible Alzheimer's treatment
Published October 11 2005
Concepts: dietary copper, Alzheimer's, Bayer

Green tea may prove helpful in Alzheimer's prevention
Published October 11 2005
Concepts: green tea, Alzheimer's, the brain, antioxidant, pathology

New study recommends a professional lifestyle for preventing Alzheimer's
Published October 3 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, dementia, natural health

Researchers suggest weight loss might signal the onset of Alzheimer's
Published October 3 2005
Concepts: weight loss, Alzheimer's, metabolism, aging

Study suggests fatty acids are beneficial to the brain and Alzheimer's patients
Published September 23 2005
Concepts: fatty acids, Alzheimer's, the brain, DHA

Alzheimer's affects daydreaming part of the brain, study says
Published September 7 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, the brain, Alzheimer's disease

Risk of Alzheimer's can be reduced with a healthy diet
Published September 4 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, folate, Alzheimer's disease, diets, RDA

Don't forget your folates to help fight Alzheimer's
Published August 22 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, folate, diets, aging, Alzheimer's disease

Folic acid can protect against Alzheimer's
Published August 21 2005
Concepts: folic acid, Alzheimer's, natural health

New York company helps reduce Alzheimer's progression
Published August 19 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, caregivers, natural health

Early warning signs of Alzheimer's show up across cognitive areas years before official diagnosis (press release)
Published August 15 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, dementia, aging

Exercise your brain to stem Alzheimer's
Published August 9 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, aging, fitness, the brain, Alzheimer's disease

Link between Alzheimer's disease and traumatic brain damage clarified (press release)
Published August 7 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, brain damage, the brain

Alzheimer's patients returned home
Published August 6 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, dementia, natural health

Weight gain leads to increased Alzheimer's risk
Published August 6 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, weight gain, dementia, middle age, overweight

Early warning signs of Alzheimer's
Published August 6 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, the brain, forgetfulness

New Alzheimer's cure is just around the corner, claim researchers
Published August 2 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, stem cells, brain cells, the brain, Parkinson's

Sheep's milk could prevent Alzheimer's, researchers say
Published July 30 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, natural health

Alzheimer's Disease risk lowered with healthy living
Published July 30 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, dementia, brain cells

Brain damage caused by Alzheimer's could be reversed
Published July 30 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, brain damage, Alzheimer's disease, dementia

Vision check may help Alzheimer's sufferers
Published July 30 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, nursing home, nursing homes

Living healthy could reduce Alzheimer's risk
Published July 29 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, dementia, Alzheimer's disease

Researchers find brain activity that could help predict Alzheimer's nine years before symptoms show
Published July 21 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, brain activity, the brain, Alzheimer's disease

New Alzheimer's treatment helps those with dementia remember and reminisce about past
Published July 17 2005
Concepts: dementia, Alzheimer's, natural health

Keep your brain active to prevent Alzheimer's
Published July 12 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, natural health

Cost of dementia estimated at $156 billion; spurs call for increased funding of research
Published July 12 2005
Concepts: dementia, Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease

Study of brain scan technique finds it may help predict Alzheimer's disease
Published July 12 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, brain scan, metabolism, Alzheimer's disease, cognitive decline

Fruit and vegetable juice can delay Alzheimer's
Published July 11 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, polyphenols, antioxidant, fruits, dementia

Healthy living can decrease chances of Alzheimer's Disease
Published July 11 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, dementia, fruit juice, gum disease, fruit juices

Antioxidants prevent Alzheimer's disease in people at risk
Published July 11 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, antioxidants, fruit juice, dementia

MRI can identify Alzheimer's
Published July 10 2005
Concepts: MRI, Alzheimer's, dementia, labeling, arterial spin labeling

New research studies bring early detection of Alzheimer's Disease closer to reality
Published July 10 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, early detection, dementia, metabolism

New device helps Alzheimer's memory
Published July 10 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, natural health, renewable energy

Early exposure to inflammatory disease multiplies Alzheimer's risk
Published July 10 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, dementia, gum disease, inflammation, life span

Alzheimer's and dementia patients' ability to taste and savor sweets remains intact
Published July 8 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, dementia, natural health

Memory tests predict who will get Alzheimer's disease in 5 to 10 years
Published July 8 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, natural health

Healthy lifestyles may prevent Alzheimer's disease
Published June 29 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, dementia, healthy lifestyles, Alzheimer's disease

Non-invasive MRI technique distinguishes between Alzheimer's and frontotemporal dementia (press release)
Published June 25 2005
Concepts: MRI, dementia, Alzheimer's, blood flow, labeling

Worldwide Cost of Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Estimated at $156 Billion (press release)
Published June 25 2005
Concepts: dementia, Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, healthcare

Less effective immune system function could lead to Alzheimer's
Published June 23 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, immune system, Alzheimer's disease, immune system function, curcumin

Radio soap star reenacts life with Alzheimer's afflicted husband on program
Published June 23 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, dementia, natural health

Web columnist answers some frequently asked questions about Pick's disease
Published June 23 2005
Concepts: Pick's disease, Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, dementia

Study finds tests which can predict Alzheimer's five to 10 years before it manifests
Published June 23 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, dementia

Oregon scientists to study effects of herb on Alzheimer's disease
Published June 23 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, gotu kola, Alzheimer's disease

Dementia care facility designed to stimulate, soothe Alzheimer's patients
Published June 22 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, dementia, natural health

Research shows Alzheimer's may be linked to immune system problems
Published June 19 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, immune system, Alzheimer's disease, the brain, curcumin

Mayo Clinic wants to educate public on Alzheimer's
Published June 15 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, dementia

Alzheimer's patients may have hope in form of turmeric
Published June 7 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, curcumin, turmeric, the brain, cancer

Exercise seems to help ward off Alzheimer's disease, several studies show
Published May 19 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, regular exercise, dementia, physical activity

Vitamin E interacts with genes to protect against Alzheimer's
Published May 18 2005
Concepts: vitamin E, Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease

Spinal fluid proteins aid in the detection of Alzheimer's disease
Published May 18 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, spinal fluid, Alzheimer's disease, pathology

Study suggests that Latinos may develop Alzheimer’s symptoms earlier
Published May 18 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Latinos, brain tissue, the brain, algae

Heart-healthy lifestyle delays onset of Alzheimer's disease
Published May 18 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, cardiologist, the brain, cholesterol levels, blood pressure

Lipitor may be used to treat Alzheimer's disease
Published May 18 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Lipitor, statins, Alzheimer's disease

The first accredited training for dementia care is launched by the Alzheimer's Society
Published May 10 2005
Concepts: dementia, Alzheimer's, natural health

UC, Irvine study finds that exercise slows development of Alzheimer's
Published May 10 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, omega-3, fatty acids, dementia, aging

Alzheimer's likely to increase dramatically among Hispanics, experts warn
Published May 8 2005
Concepts: hispanics, Alzheimer's, United States, dementia, Alzheimer's disease

Physical and mental activity can keep Alzheimer's disease at bay, new research shows
Published May 8 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, dementia, dancing, physical activities

Varied physical activities can lower risk of dementia, study says
Published May 5 2005
Concepts: dementia, physical activities, Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, dancing

Researchers to study effects of fish oils on dementia patients
Published May 5 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, dementia, fish oils, Alzheimer's disease, omega-3

New drug may slightly help delay onset of Alzheimer's, clinical study suggests
Published May 1 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, natural health

Brain scan technique can detect onset of Alzheimer's disease
Published May 1 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, brain scan, memory loss, Alzheimer's disease, MRI scans

Passages program helps Alzheimer's patients improve quality of life
Published May 1 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, healthcare, dementia

Alzheimer's Association gives tips for maintaining brain health
Published May 1 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, blood pressure, body weight, sugar levels, sugar

Dementia is not always a sign of Alzheimer's, experts warn; recovery sometimes possible with accurate diagnosis
Published April 28 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, dementia, hospital, Alzheimer's disease

Exercise variety - not intensity - appears to reduce some Alzheimer's disease risk (press release)
Published April 19 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, dementia, Alzheimer's disease, physical activity, cardiovascular health

Not all forgetfulness is a sign of Alzheimer's, experts say; Baby Boomers often unnecessarily worried by minor lapses
Published April 19 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, baby boomers, forgetfulness, middle age

Pieces to Alzheimer's puzzle 'coming together,' expert says
Published April 13 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, insulin, lifestyle choices, the brain

Early stages of Alzheimer's can cause problems for drivers
Published April 13 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, dementia, natural health

Families of dementia patients pressure UK health service to cover drug treatments
Published April 10 2005
Concepts: dementia, Alzheimer's, natural health

Minor memory problems may be sign that Alzheimer's is setting in, experts warn
Published April 8 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, memory problems, Alzheimer's disease, pathology, disease pathology

Tapping the Power of Music for Individuals with Alzheimer's Disease (press release)
Published April 6 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, caregivers, music therapy, dementia

Memory improvement a $450 million industry, but doctors say most people have nothing to worry about
Published April 4 2005
Concepts: doctors, memory improvement, Alzheimer's, memory loss, baby boomers

Maintaining an active mind is key to keeping Alzheimer's at bay, expert says
Published April 4 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, active mind, Alzheimer's disease, dementia, fitness

Depression linked to Alzheimer's disease in men, study says
Published April 4 2005
Concepts: depression, Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, dementia, hormones

Eating fish may cut Alzheimer's risk, new study shows
Published March 31 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, DHA, eating fish, omega-3, fish oil

Eating fish can help people fend off Alzheimer's, according to a new study
Published March 30 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, DHA, eating fish, omega-3, fatty acids

UCI Researchers Identify Trigger For Onset Of Alzheimer's, Aiding Search For New Therapies
Published March 30 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, memory problems, water, United States

Fish and the yellow pigment in turmeric can slow the progress of Alzheimer's
Published March 30 2005
Concepts: turmeric, DHA, Alzheimer's, curcumin, dementia

Simple test can help doctors spot Alzheimer's disease early
Published March 28 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, doctors, memory problems, dementia

Alzheimer's disease patients need care, assistance
Published March 26 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, the elderly, heart disease, stroke

Alzheimer's advocates demand free personal care, reversal of drug ruling in UK
Published March 26 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, dementia, discrimination, cancer

Memory difficulties may be sign Alzheimer's is approaching, new research says
Published March 22 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, aging

New form of diabetes may be associated with Alzheimer's disease
Published March 21 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, diabetes, insulin, the brain, Alzheimer's disease

Protein pinpointed in the onset of Alzheimer's; cure may be in the future
Published March 10 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, natural health

Alzheimer's patients in England and Wales may be denied prescriptions; study shows medicines may be ineffective
Published March 10 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, prescriptions, dementia, Alzheimer's disease

Regular exercise could decreases Alzheimer's risk by 50%
Published March 10 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, regular exercise, dementia, Alzheimer's disease, elderly

Oklahoma Alzheimer's patients receive checkups via telemedicine
Published March 9 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, doctors, telemedicine, dementia, memory loss

Alzheimer's can be agonizing for spouses who suffer alongside patients
Published March 8 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Pick's disease, natural health

Marijuana may help Alzheimer's patients, new Spanish study shows
Published March 8 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Marijuana, Alzheimer's disease, brain tissue, the brain

Alzheimer's disease cases grow quickly as baby boomers reach retirement age
Published March 6 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, baby boomers, Alzheimer's disease, retirement, aging

Staying active can ward off Alzheimer's, other old-age infirmities, experts say
Published March 4 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, dancing, natural health

Quetiapine, an Alzheimer's drug, causes quicker cognitive decline in study
Published February 27 2005
Concepts: cognitive decline, Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's drug, placebo, dementia

Cholesterol-fighting drugs no help against dementia, study finds
Published February 23 2005
Concepts: dementia, Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, statins, Lipitor

Heart disease is leading killer in Britain, but citizens worry most about Alzheimer's and cancer
Published February 22 2005
Concepts: heart disease, Alzheimer's, cancer, Alzheimer's disease

Alzheimer's legislation to be tribute to Reagan, Missouri Senator says; bill would double federal spending on the disease
Published February 22 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, legislation, federal spending, caregivers

Humor can be best medicine against stress of caring for Alzheimer's victim
Published February 22 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, humor, laughter

Baby Boomers starting to face Alzheimer's nightmare; disease is 'not always about old-timers,' says one victim's wife
Published February 22 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, baby boomers, Alzheimer's disease

Smoking does not prevent Alzheimer's after all, new study says
Published February 16 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, nicotine, smoking, Alzheimer's disease, dementia

Smoking does not prevent Alzheimer's, study concludes
Published February 14 2005
Concepts: nicotine, Alzheimer's, smoking, Alzheimer's disease

Alzheimer's warning signs publicized by group
Published February 13 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, natural health

Brain exercise works: crossword puzzles stave off Alzheimer's
Published February 8 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, brain exercise, natural health

Early Alzheimer's test may allow early treatment for disease
Published February 8 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, natural health

Black Americans have a much higher risk for Alzheimer's than whites
Published February 4 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, black Americans, Alzheimer's disease, high cholesterol, high blood pressure

Johnson & Johnson's stock falls as bad news about Reminyl hits the street
Published February 4 2005
Concepts: Reminyl, johnson & johnson, Alzheimer's, placebo, Alzheimer's disease

As Elizabeth Brinker cares for her mother, who has Alzheimer's, she knows that she is at risk
Published February 4 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, natural health

Trials for a new Alzheimer's drug show a higher death rate for those taking the drug
Published February 4 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, death rate, Alzheimer's drug, Reminyl, johnson & johnson

Research done on rats shows that brain damage from Alzheimer's Disease may be reversible
Published February 4 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, the brain, brain damage

Alzheimer's drug Reminyl under review by European and Canadian officials; drugmaker's stock price falls on London market
Published February 3 2005
Concepts: Reminyl, Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's drug, johnson & johnson, heart attacks

Alzheimer’s and heart disease risk factors appear to be similar
Published February 1 2005
Concepts: heart disease, heart disease risk, Alzheimer's, high blood pressure, diabetes

Alzheimer's risk may be linked to weak bones
Published January 31 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, dementia, estrogen, Alzheimer's disease, elderly

Losing visual memory could be the first step in developing Alzheimer’s disease
Published January 27 2005
Concepts: visual memory, Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, psychology

Reducing calories may slow Alzheimer’s disease
Published January 18 2005
Concepts: Alzheimer's, aging, the brain, Alzheimer's disease

Curcumin in curry sauce treats Alzheimer's disease
Published January 4 2005
Concepts: curcumin, Alzheimer's, curry, Alzheimer's disease, turmeric

Inability to identify certain smells predicts development of Alzheimer's disease
Published December 13 2004
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, nervous system

Drinking green tea prevents Alzheimer's disease
Published December 3 2004
Concepts: Alzheimer's, green tea, black tea, the brain, Alzheimer's disease

Black tea, green tea slow the onset of Alzheimer's disease, research reveals
Published December 2 2004
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, green tea, black tea, the brain

Quercetin, a potent antioxidant found in apples, protects against Alzheimer's disease
Published November 24 2004
Concepts: antioxidant, Alzheimer's, apples, brain cells, quercetin

Antioxidants in apples prevents Alzheimer's disease, says study
Published November 22 2004
Concepts: apples, Alzheimer's, antioxidants, Alzheimer's disease, antioxidant

Contrary to the hype, statin drugs don't help with dementia, Alzheimer's
Published November 15 2004
Concepts: dementia, Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, statin drugs, statins

Black and green tea may protect against Alzheimer's, study says
Published October 27 2004
Concepts: Alzheimer's, green tea, black tea, Alzheimer's disease, the brain

Alzheimer's Disease slowed with vitamin E and C nutritional supplements, say researchers
Published October 4 2004
Concepts: Alzheimer's, vitamin E, Alzheimer's disease, antioxidant, vitamins

Brightly colored tableware boosts appetites for Alzheimer's patients
Published October 4 2004
Concepts: Alzheimer's, weight loss, Yahoo, Alzheimer's disease, nutrition

Omega-3 oils protect against Alzheimer's disease, says study
Published September 4 2004
Concepts: Alzheimer's, omega-3, DHA, Alzheimer's disease, omega-3 oils

DHA, an omega-3 fatty acid, protects the brain from memory loss, Alzheimer's disease
Published September 4 2004
Concepts: Alzheimer's, omega-3, memory loss, DHA, the brain

Alzheimer's drug proves worthless in study, but remains approved by the FDA
Published July 28 2004
Concepts: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's drug, placebo, fitness

Prescription drug delays Alzheimer's for 18 months, but lifestyle changes prevent the disease for life
Published July 27 2004
Concepts: Alzheimer's, lifestyle changes, prescription drug, Aricept, placebo

High cholesterol, high blood pressure raises risk of Alzheimer's by 600%
Published July 20 2004
Concepts: Alzheimer's, high blood pressure, dementia, aging, vegetables

Low niacin intake causes Alzheimer's, research shows
Published July 18 2004
Concepts: niacin, Alzheimer's, cognitive decline, Alzheimer's disease

Exercise helps Alzheimer's patients
Published November 23 2003
Concepts: Alzheimer's, natural health, renewable energy

Herbal medicine: sage proven to improve memory and may help Alzheimer's patients
Published November 14 2003
Concepts: sage, Alzheimer's, natural health

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