GE Healthcare and Johnson & Johnson want to know who's at risk for Alzheimer's. These two companies have teamed up to research methods of detecting Alzheimer's disease in patients. This … [Read more...]
Difference Between Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia
December 1, 2010 By 2 Comments
What's the difference between Alzheimer's Disease and dementia? It's a question often asked when a loved one has been diagnosed with dementia. To put it in simple terms dementia is a symptom and … [Read more...]
A Cure for Alzheimer’s Disease?
December 1, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Researchers have made an important discovery that may lead to a cure for Alzheimer's Disease. EpHB2 is a protein responsible for regulating nerve signals in the brain. It also helps with … [Read more...]
Cause of Alzheimer’s Disease Discovered
October 29, 2010 By 1 Comment
Has the cause of alzheimer's disease been found? Researchers in Montreal at the Jewish General Hospital feel they have found the cause of alzheimer's in an enzyme called Caspase 6. Led by Dr. … [Read more...]
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Need Support Too
March 22, 2010 By 2 Comments
Alzheimer's Disease continues to place a burden on governments and health care systems. However, many people fail to recognize the impact on spouses and family members who are often the first line … [Read more...]
Sundown Syndrome and Alzheimer’s Disease
February 15, 2010 By 8 Comments
An Alzheimer’s disease caregiver will tell you coping with sundown syndrome is difficult when providing care to an Alzheimer’s patient. Described as a state of confusion and agitation, sundown … [Read more...]
Genetic Mutation May Provide Link to Alzheimer’s Cure
February 10, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Genetic variations discovered in two genes associated with Alzheimer's disease may provide researchers with clues that can lead to a cure for the brain disease. British researchers have discovered … [Read more...]
Smoking Significantly Increases Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease
February 2, 2010 By 1 Comment
Smoking is a significant risk factor for developing Alzheimer's disease according to a report published by University of California - San Francisco. These findings contradict other tobacco industry … [Read more...]
Clinical Trial Evaluates Alzheimer’s Nutritional Drink Souvenaid
January 27, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Clinical trials of a nutritional drink aimed at improving cognitive function in Alzheimer's disease patients is being lead by Rush University Medical Center. This nutritional drink in this … [Read more...]
Copper Increases Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease
January 26, 2010 By 1 Comment
A study conducted by University of Michigan researchers has indicated that an accumulation of copper in the body may increase risk of Alzheimer's disease, heart disease and diabetes. Copper pipes … [Read more...]
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