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Alzheimers
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Aphasia Affects Brain Similar to Alzheimer’s, But Without Memory Loss
A rare brain disease that causes loss of language skills doesn’t lead to memory loss, a...
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Fading Sense of Smell Could Signal Higher Death Risk in Older Adults
If you’re a senior who can’t smell onions, smoke, chocolate or natural gas, it’s time to...
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Poor Brain Blood Flow Might Spur ‘Tangles’ of Alzheimer’s
Offering fresh insight into the deep-seated roots of dementia, new research finds that diminished blood flow...
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Depression Can Deepen Over Time for Alzheimer’s CaregiversAdd a heightened risk for depression to the list of challenges facing the caregivers...
- Posted September 9, 2020
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Could the Flu Shot Lower Your Risk for Alzheimer’s?Getting vaccinated to protect against pneumonia and flu may offer an unexpected benefit —...
- Posted July 27, 2020
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Will Your Brain Stay Sharp Into Your 90s? Certain Factors Are KeySome people in their 90s stay sharp whether their brain harbors amyloid protein plaques...
- Posted July 22, 2020
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Researchers Zero in on Alzheimer’s Disease Risk FactorsTen risk factors may affect your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, a new Chinese...
- Posted July 21, 2020
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With Nursing Homes on Lockdown, Stay Connected With Loved OnesSocial restrictions during the coronavirus pandemic can be especially hard for people who can’t...
- Posted June 11, 2020
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Maria Shriver and AARP Take on Alzheimer’s in WomenAn Alzheimer’s diagnosis is devastating, no matter your sex. But the disease strikes far...
- Posted June 2, 2020
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Alzheimer’s Gene Linked to Severe COVID-19 RiskPeople who have a flawed gene linked to Alzheimer’s disease may face a higher...
- Posted May 27, 2020
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Caring for Dementia Patient During Pandemic? Try These Stress-Busting TipsThe coronavirus pandemic will put extra stress on caregivers of loved ones with dementias,...
- Posted April 3, 2020
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Pandemic Adds to Challenge of Caring for Loved One With DementiaBefore the COVID-19 outbreak, Annette Adams-Brown’s 87-year-old mother was an avid follower of TV...
- Posted April 2, 2020
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Study Ties Brain Inflammation to Several Types of DementiaBrain inflammation may be more of a factor in dementia than previously believed, a...
- Posted March 18, 2020
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U.S. Primary Care Docs Unprepared for Surge in Alzheimer’s CasesMany U.S. primary care doctors worry they aren’t ready to care for the growing...
- Posted March 11, 2020
