'Important' Alzheimer's drug to reduce protein in the brain could be in pharmacies by 2020 Express.co.uk Dr Rosa Sancho, Head of Research at Alzheimer's Research UK, said: "It has been over a decade since a new drug was licenced for the treatment of dementia, so we urgently need new medicines that can provide real benefit for people living with dementia.

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Hope for Alzheimer's sufferers as scientists develop new drug to treat dementia Mirror.co.uk The pioneering medicine has been shown to clear away the toxic proteins in the brain that are thought to be a primary cause of Alzheimer's disease. Early trials show the drug, verubecestat, can reduce levels of beta-amyloid, a protein fragment that …

Loneliness may predict Alzheimer's disease, suggests a new study Alzheimer’s Society 'This study didn't involve people with Alzheimer's, but it looked at a protein called amyloid in the brain which is known to build up many years before dementia is detected. Those who had high levels of amyloid were much more likely to say they felt …

New Midcoast Maine Social Engagement Program for dementia and Alzheimer's families Boothbay Register A diagnosis of Alzheimer's or a related dementia is likely not the life path one envisions. The best way to face this disease is to continue to enjoy life. The Maine Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association has been successful in helping patients with …

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Holiday help for dementia caregivers Times-Mail (subscription) 8, IU Health Hospital Alzheimer's Educator Dayna Thompson presents “Remembering How to Love the Holidays” for anyone who is a caregiver of someone with dementia or Alzheimer's. This program is part of a series of free programs called Caregiver U …

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Learn about Resources for Alzheimer's and Dementia Caregivers TAPinto.net Union County residents who are caring for persons with Alzheimer's Disease are invited to attend a free informational conference on Saturday, November 5, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at Union County College, 1033 Springfield Avenue in Cranford. Free adult … and more »

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Dementia breakthrough: Alzheimer's disease could be diagnosed EARLIER Express.co.uk They said it could identify people in the earliest stages of Alzheimer's disease. By the time memory loss has appeared in people suffering with Alzheimer's disease, their brain is covered with clumps of the amyloid protein. But experts have been trying … and more »

Dementia charity seeking fundraisers and volunteers Motherwell Times Fundraisers and volunteers are being sought to support leading dementia research charity, Alzheimer s Research UK, in their local communities. The charity is looking for people to help form new fundraising groups, which will aim to raise vital funds …

Impartial Reporter

Dementia friendly award for Belcoo Pharmacy Impartial Reporter Bernadine McCrory, Alzheimer's Society Northern Ireland Director, said: “I want to congratulate Belcoo Pharmacy for winning the Dementia Friendly Organisation of the Year Award in the small and medium category. The contribution that they are making … and more »

Helensburgh Advertiser

Helensburgh's dementia centre receives charity bike ride boost Helensburgh Advertiser Marion Murdoch and her daughter Sarah rode the 525 miles from Mizen Head to Malin Head – the most southerly and northerly points in Ireland – to raise cash for Alzheimer Scotland. And to ensure the money is kept in Argyll and Bute, Marion and Sarah …