Telegraph.co.uk

Are Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia the Same? Minneapolis Star Tribune This doctor's visit happened eight years ago, but there is still a confusion surrounding Alzheimer's and dementia. Many people use the terms interchangeably — giving the impression they are one in the same. Others, think both Alzheimer's and dementia … Alzheimer's: new test is 'major step forward'Telegraph.co.uk Blood test that can detect dementia with 90% accuracy could lead to Alzheimer …National Post New blood test predicts Alzheimer's, dementiaMedical News Today The Independent –AARP News (blog) –New Scientist all 406 news articles »

Manchester Evening News

Mum living with Alzheimer's launches campaign to make Eccles more dementia … Manchester Evening News Mum of two Joy, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's on her birthday last June, decided to take up the challenge of making Eccles dementia-friendly after her own negative experiences. Shops and other businesses will be able to sign up to become a …

BBC News

Blood test can predict Alzheimer's, say researchers BBC News The number of people living with dementia stands at 44 million around the globe and is expected to treble by 2050. The disease silently attacks the brain for more than a decade before any symptoms emerge. Doctors think drug trials are failing because …

Express.co.uk

Research finds healthy diet in midlife slashes dementia by 90 per cent Express.co.uk "Additionally, moderate coffee consumption of three to five cups a day at midlife was associated with a decreased risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease in later life. “So if you are a coffee drinker, you should keep doing so, but we cannot still … Brain Food: Diet Can Help Prevent Dementia After Age 50Huffington Post Canada Doing THIS Dramatically Slashes Your Risk Of Developing Dementia, Study SaysHuffington Post Brain function, fats linkedCoeur d’Alene Press all 23 news articles »

Alzheimer's, dementia seminar planned Albany Democrat Herald The Best Friends Workshop for Alzheimer's and Dementia Care will be from 3 to 9 p.m. Thursday, April 24, at the Mennonite Village Chapel, 5353 Columbus St. S.E.. This is a two-day seminar to provide information on the care and interactions with someone … and more »

AARP News (blog)

New Blood Test May Predict Alzheimer's, Dementia Risk AARP News (blog) blood test A simple blood test that a researcher says could be a “game changer” in accurately predicting whether older adults will develop dementia could also raise a painful dilemma: With no effective treatment for Alzheimer's, how useful is a test … Blood test could detect early signs of dementia, scientists sayThe Guardian Blood test that predicts Alzheimer's diseaseThe Independent New blood test predicts Alzheimer's, dementiaMedical News Today Telegraph.co.uk –National Post all 385 news articles »

'Improving Communication for Caregivers of Loved Ones with Alzheimer's and … Niagara Frontier Publications Alzheimer's disease and other dementias gradually diminish a person's ability to communicate, which is devastating for the individual and their family. The Alzheimer's Association states communication with a person who has Alzheimer's and dementia …

National Post

Before it's too late: What care options are available for those with dementia … al.com (blog) An assessment by a physician is necessary for diagnosis of a disease like dementia or Alzheimer's, but a doctor can also determine if other factors are creating dementia-like symptoms, such as depression, taking too much or too little medication … Doris Kirby, 78, who suffers from Alzheimer's disease, lived with husband's …National Post Alzheimer's organization says welfare checks can prevent tragedyMyFoxAL Elderly Woman Found Living With Dead SpouseHuffington Post all 157 news articles »

Dementia – Including Alzheimer's – 'Could Be Detected Three Years In Advance … Huffington Post UK Scientific study claims to have developed a new blood test that can predict with 90% accuracy whether a person is prone to develop dementia within three years. Changes in the blood may signify Alzheimer's disease in its earliest stages, researchers found.

Monthly Prescribing Reference

Blood Test Predicts Alzheimer's, Dementia Monthly Prescribing Reference A novel blood-based biomarker test has been shown to predict with over 90% accuracy the likelihood of a healthy individual developing mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or Alzheimer's disease within three years. The results of the study on the test were …