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Protein injection hope for Alzheimer's
BBC News Scientists believe injections of a natural protein may lessen the symptoms and progress of Alzheimer's dementia after promising early trials in mice. The treatment – IL 33 – appeared to improve memory and help clear and prevent brain deposits similar … Immune protein could offer potential new target for Alzheimer's disease treatments Alzheimer's symptoms could be reversed by restoring protein in brain Natural protein 'restores memory in mice with Alzheimer's' |
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The latest news from the world of dementia research and study.
State and local officials lead charge in fight against dementia – The Daily Cardinal
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State and local officials lead charge in fight against dementia
The Daily Cardinal As more and more people nationwide are being diagnosed with dementia and Alzheimer's, Wisconsin lawmakers, activists and researchers are working to ensure the state remains a leader in supporting families touched by the diseases. An estimated … You're taking care of someone with Alzheimer's, but who is taking care of you? You're Caring For Someone With Alzheimer's, But Who Is Caring For You? Letter: Alzheimer's a crushing burden on families |
Purple food, ping pong and life drawing could be the key to a healthy mind – Radio Times
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Purple food, ping pong and life drawing could be the key to a healthy mind
Radio Times That's right, from the age of 40 you can expect a 5% decrease in brain size every decade. The percentage accelerates over time, meaning the average 70 years old has lost more than a 5th of their brain capacity. The shrinkage is caused by individual … |
You’re not alone: Support for Alzheimer’s caregivers – WSAW
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You're not alone: Support for Alzheimer's caregivers
WSAW Dementia and Alzheimer's is estimated to have grabbed a hold of 5.4 million Americans, according to Alzheimer's Association. Another nearly 16 million family members and friends become caregivers and provide financial, physical and emotional support. Alzheimer's/Dementia Family Caregiver Support Group to meet at Four Winds and Jenkins 7 Common Myths About Alzheimer's Disease Alzheimer's Association announces speakers for caregiving conference |
Hamilton Town House is part of Alzheimer Scotland dementia-friendly project – Scottish Daily Record
Scottish Daily Record |
Hamilton Town House is part of Alzheimer Scotland dementia-friendly project
Scottish Daily Record Council chiefs have heard about the ongoing plans to make Hamilton a 'dementia-friendly community'. The local authority have teamed up with seniors together and Alzheimer Scotland for the project. It involves businesses and organisations training staff … |
ASU to host Alzheimer’s, dementia care seminar – San Angelo Standard Times
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ASU to host Alzheimer's, dementia care seminar
San Angelo Standard Times Titled "Abilities Care Approach," the seminar features ASU alumnus Jon Anderson, a licensed physical therapist and dementia care instructor for Ensign Services Inc. in San Antonio. It will run 4:30-6:45 p.m. in Room 100. Physical therapy clinicians and … |
Robotic seal provides comfort to Alzheimer’s patients – HLNtv.com
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Robotic seal provides comfort to Alzheimer's patients
HLNtv.com An unlikely machine is being used to treat residents with Alzheimer's disease and dementia at a senior citizens home in Topeka, Kansas, CNN affiliate KSNT reports. She is small, white, furry and her name is "Evie." Evie is an advanced robotic seal … 2 Your Health: Robotic seal helps treat people with Alzheimer's and dementia Healthcast: Therapeutic robotic seal helps patients with Alzheimer's disease |
Missing man found safe and well – Bracknell News
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Missing man found safe and well
Bracknell News John Hayes was last seen in Terrace Road South in Binfield at around 9.30am on Monday, April 11. Police thanked the media and the public for their help in tracing the 84 year old who has Alzheimer's and dementia. Police and search and rescue teams … Missing Binfield dementia sufferer John Hayes found after fall |
Bristol researchers awarded funding to investigate Alzheimer’s and high blood pressure – University of Bristol
University of Bristol |
Bristol researchers awarded funding to investigate Alzheimer's and high blood pressure
University of Bristol There is also evidence that high blood pressure, particularly in midlife, can raise the risk of vascular dementia and Alzheimer's disease. However the mechanism by which high blood pressure influences Alzheimer's disease is largely unknown. Professor … Alzheimer's disease affects the ability to recognise faces, according to study Alzheimer's, dementia support group to meet April 13 Why DO people with Alzheimer's stop recognising loved ones? 'Disease affects how they see faces as well as memory' |
Alzheimer’s disease affects the ability to recognise faces, according to study – The Independent
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Alzheimer's disease affects the ability to recognise faces, according to study
The Independent No longer being able to identify otherwise familiar faces is a common symptom of the form of dementia. Researchers hope that the findings will help loved ones understand why a person with the disease no longer knows who they are, and could help create … Alzheimer's, dementia support group to meet April 13 Alzheimer's meeting set for Monday Researchers identified How Alzheimer destroy Brain Cell Connections – Salt Lake City Tech Part |