Lifestyle Changes for the Prevention of Alzheimer’s Disease
Lifestyle Changes for the Prevention of Alzheimer’s Disease While very little is known about the causes and progression of Alzheimer’s disease, a number of factors have been shown through a variety of observational studies to aid in the prevention of Alzheimer’s disease. If you have a family history of Alzheimer’s, or simply […]

Alzheimer’s Test: What to Look For
Alzheimer’s Test: What to Look For Alzheimer’s disease is a degenerative brain disorder that causes a person to lose their memory, behave in ways they wouldn’t normally behave, and prevents its sufferers from thinking clearly. Since so many people suffer from the disease, an Alzheimer’s test should be conducted on […]

Sign of Alzheimer’s Disease in a Loved One
Sign of Alzheimer’s Disease in a Loved One The hallmark sign of Alzheimer’s disease is the loss of memory. Generally, those 65 years of age or older, begin to concern themselves with this disease at the first episodes of forgetfulness. Although forgetfulness is a sign of Alzheimer’s disease, it is important to note that there are other signals that […]

Searching for an Alzheimer’s Cure
Searching for an Alzheimer’s Cure Currently, there is cure for Alzheimer’s, despite the number of people afflicted with this disease. Several treatments have been helpful in slowing and alleviating some of the symptoms, particularly confusion and anxiety, but nothing has been shown to halt the progression of the illness itself. While treatment and care for […]

Dementia Drug Gains Approval
A skin patch to treat the dementia suffered by Alzheimer’s patients has gained federal approval, a drug company said.

A CONVERSATION WITH: Susan L. Lindquist; On the Trail of Parkinson’s, Through Yeast Cells
Susan L. Lindquist performs imaginative research into how proteins function that reveals clues to how diseases like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's develop.

Three hours, 50 authorsTowson writers featured at Literacy Works fundraiser

Towson writers featured at Literacy Works fundraiser 10/31/07 By Loni Ingraham Towson author Dana Phipps, who wrote the children’s book “Emily and Her Pouting Puffer Fish,” will be among 50 writers featured at …

Educated people develop dementia later in life, but decline quicker: study

It’s been known for years that people with higher education levels tend to develop Alzheimer’s disease later in life than those with less formal schooling.

‘The essence of who I am is in my heart’

When three sisters recently took their mother, who’s in early stages of irreversible dementia, to a day-away program, they thought she wouldn’t like it.

Alzheimer’s Support Group: Others Who Care
Alzheimer’s Support Group: Others Who Care Alzheimer’s disease is a degenerative brain disorder that affects memory, behavior, and the normal thought process, and is a very real concern for anyone getting older. Of course, just because someone is losing their […]

Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Disease - Is There a Connection
Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Disease - Is There a Connection? Both Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease affect nearly half a million people each year with their debilitating and eventually life-robbing symptoms. While Alzheimer’s steals memories and personality and eventually leads to decreased motor function, […]

Mike Ditka: $10M only a start for retired players

On the surface, it looks like a genuinely magnanimous gesture: The NFL’s 32 owners unanimously agreed last week to contribute $10 million for joint replacement surgery, cardiovascular screenings and assisted …

Stem Cells Restore Memory Function in Mice

A new U.S. study involving mice suggests the brain’s own stem cells may have the ability to restore memory after an injury.

Catching Alzheimer’s before It Catches You with Alzheimer’s Disease Testing
Catching Alzheimer’s before It Catches You with Alzheimer’s Disease Testing Alzheimer’s disease typically plagues elderly people, and occasionally those who are younger, though that’s typically due to a genetic defect. Because of the impact it has on one’s memory, people are normally very anxious to stay ahead of the disease, and they take […]

Create Your Own Alzheimer’s Support Group
How to Create Your Own Alzheimer’s Support Group Seeking an Alzheimer’s support group is essential for your health and emotional well being as a reliable caregiver of the patient. The stress of living with and caring for a family member who has a terminal brain disorder […]

STILL MANY-SPLENDORED; Love in the Time of Dementia
Heartbreak can happen at 80, but probably without the rage against the dying of the light.

SECOND OPINION; Zen and the Art of Coping With Alzheimer’s
Sometimes, when there’s no cure, it’s best to just go with the flow as a loved one becomes more confused.

A Few Different Ways to Prevent Alzheimer’s
A Few Different Ways to Prevent Alzheimer’s Alzheimer’s disease robs millions of people each year of their memories, their personalities, and the ability to complete daily activities. For the longest time, it was believed that nothing could be done to prevent this awful disease; that it was simply something that people had to look […]

Stem cells ‘may reverse Alzheimer’s symptoms’

Comments Scientists have moved a crucial step towards reversing symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease by using stem cells.