Voice of America | Report Links Diet and Exercise to Alzheimer's Voice of America While scientists still aren't absolutely certain what causes Alzheimer's and dementia, "plaques and tangles" are at least a key indicator and maybe a part of the cause. According to the Alzheimer's Association, "plaque" is an abnormal protein that ... Healthy lifestyle reduces build-up of sticky brain plaques which lead to Alzheimer's, scientists show Diet, exercise reduce proteins linked to Alzheimer's disease, study says Diet, Exercise Could Stop Alzheimer's From Forming |
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Carey Mulligan teams up with Jeremy Hunt to change global attitudes towards dementia – Alzheimer’s Society
BBC News | Carey Mulligan teams up with Jeremy Hunt to change global attitudes towards dementia Alzheimer's Society Since 2013, over 1.6 million people have signed up to become a Dementia Friend, England's biggest ever social movement on dementia, all of whom have committed to taking an action to help someone with dementia in their community. Alzheimer's Society ... NHS dementia atlas reveals patchy care Carey Mulligan Speaks Out About Dementia and the Toll It Has Taken on Her Family New 'dementia atlas' reveals disparity in care across England |
Well | Ask Well: Is Dementia the Same as Alzheimer’s Disease? – New York Times (blog)
New York Times (blog) | Well | Ask Well: Is Dementia the Same as Alzheimer's Disease? New York Times (blog) Though many diseases can cause dementia, Alzheimer's accounts for 60 percent to 80 percent of dementia cases, “which is why you'll often hear the terms used interchangeably,” said Heather Snyder, the senior director of medical and scientific operations ... Federal funding begins for statewide Alzheimer's research venture Certain behaviors could signal early-stage dementia Alzheimer's Care Puts Financial Strain On Family Members |