New approach to treating Alzheimer's disease
"As therapeutics for AD, Professor Lim suggested a strategy that uses matal-based complexes for reducing the toxicity of the amyloid beta...
New Alzheimer’s documentary is an ‘urgent wake-up call’
"If you care for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or know someone who does, even if you’re simply concerned about your memory, a new...
Do Patients Want to Know Whether Alzheimer Disease Awaits Them?
"Interest in predictive testing for Alzheimer disease (AD) and advanced care planning is high among the general public, according to...
Penn State Researcher Hopes to Cure Alzheimer’s Disease
"Every 66 seconds in the United States someone develops Alzheimer’s disease, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. But a researcher...
Smell Test for Alzheimer's Diagnosis steps Closer
"Diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease remains a challenge for doctors, who rely on a combination of mental and physical examinations to...
New Biomarker Predicts Alzheimer's Disease, Link to Diabetes
"An enzyme found in the fluid around the brain and spine is giving researchers a snapshot of what happens inside the minds of Alzheimer's...
Are Statins a Key to Preventing Alzheimer's Disease?
A study from The University of Southern California reports on research showing how use of statins may reduce the risk of Alzheimer's...
Drug Trials to Prevent Alzheimer's
CBS's 60 minutes explores a fascinating story about a family in Columbia helping to fight Alzheimer's disease. "This week on 60 Minutes,...
The long, difficult search for a drug to treat Alzheimer’s and dementia
In Alzheimer's news from around the globe, this week we focus on England and the ongoing fight to find a cure. "Dementia will take hold...
Home Safety Tips for Patients With Alzheimer’s Disease
Doctor Amy Ehrlich, M.D outlines important measures that can be taken to identify and prevent risks of injury for Alzheimer's patients in...
