Telegraph.co.uk | Statins link to reduced chance of Alzheimer's - major new study Telegraph.co.uk Dr Doug Brown, director of research and development at Alzheimer's Society, said: "Previous research has attempted to find out whether using statins to lower cholesterol can alter a person's risk of developing dementia but these studies have produced ... Cholesterol drugs offer fresh hope in fight against Alzheimer's disease Could statins be the miracle cure for Alzheimer's? Taking tablets for just 6 months reduces the risk by up to 15% Are statins a key to preventing Alzheimer's disease? |
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Alzheimer’s breakthrough: Melbourne patients first in world to access drug – Herald Sun
Herald Sun | Alzheimer's breakthrough: Melbourne patients first in world to access drug Herald Sun Under current treatments, moderate-range Alzheimer's patients typically drop about two points a year on the 30-point cognitive test used to measure dementia. However, those on the Anavex trial actually rose an average of 1.8 points on the cognitive ... |
Christmas the most isolating time of year for people with dementia – Alzheimer’s Society
Christmas the most isolating time of year for people with dementia Alzheimer's Society New research by Alzheimer's Society has uncovered that over half of people affected by dementia (51%) find Christmas to be the most isolating time of the year, with many stating they are dreading the festivities. 54% of those surveyed said they see ... |
Birthday party proves a tonic for Grampy suffering with dementia – Hereford Times
Hereford Times | Birthday party proves a tonic for Grampy suffering with dementia Hereford Times A FAMILY who have faced the cruel reality of dementia said a birthday party held for their beloved Gramps proved a 'real tonic.' James 'Jocko' Walker from Wellington was sadly diagnosed with vascular dementia and Alzheimer's disease over two years ago ... |
Anna Rios, Gianna LoBasso and Madyson Brown – TAPinto.net
TAPinto.net | Anna Rios, Gianna LoBasso and Madyson Brown TAPinto.net The senses, such as touching, smelling and even squeezing, can help relax patients who are experiencing the stress that sometimes accompanies the memory loss and confusion that dementia and Alzheimer's patients feel. The girls called their Silver ... |
Idaho’s Alzheimer’s plan needs money for implementation – Twin Falls Times-News
Twin Falls Times-News | Idaho's Alzheimer's plan needs money for implementation Twin Falls Times-News “Alzheimer's is already a big problem in the state and across the nation,” said Rep. Fred Wood, R-Burley, a physician and chairman of the House Health and Welfare Committee. “A very large percentage of Medicaid dollars goes for the care of the elderly.”. |
Too hard to handle? Where to find dementia help, information – Twin Falls Times-News
Twin Falls Times-News | Too hard to handle? Where to find dementia help, information Twin Falls Times-News Rosetta Assisted Living offers dementia and Alzheimer's disease support groups that are open to the public in Twin Falls, and day care and respite services in Twin Falls and Burley, manager Lisa Junod said. Information: 208-677-5451 or 1-884-508-5536. |
‘The love we have will outweigh heartache of dementia’ says wife of husband with Alzheimer’s at 40 – Mirror.co.uk
Mirror.co.uk | 'The love we have will outweigh heartache of dementia' says wife of husband with Alzheimer's at 40 Mirror.co.uk During the call, Chris told Vicky – who works as a carer and photographer – that he had a rare hereditary gene that could trigger dementia at an early age. His father had died from the condition when he was 42, he said, and his older brother Tony had ... |
Hormone Therapy Linked to Reduced Risk for Mortality From Vascular Dementia – Endocrinology Advisor
Hormone Therapy Linked to Reduced Risk for Mortality From Vascular Dementia Endocrinology Advisor Postmenopausal women undergoing estradiol-based hormone therapy have a significantly decreased risk for mortality due to vascular dementia and a modestly decreased risk for mortality due to Alzheimer's disease, according to research published in the ... |
Businesses getting a Blue Umbrella for dementia – Sudbury.com
Businesses getting a Blue Umbrella for dementia Sudbury.com A new program for the Alzheimer Society Sudbury-Manitoulin North Bay and Districts aims to make local businesses more welcoming environment for people diagnosed with dementia. The Alzheimer Society has launched the free Blue Umbrella Program, ... |