Could statins also protect against dementia? – NHS Choices


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Could statins also protect against dementia?
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The researchers say that there has been some controversy in past research over whether there is any link between statin use and risk of dementia, and Alzheimer's disease in particular. The main limitation of this study, as with all cohort studies, is ...
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Histon mum runs London Marathon in memory of dad she lost to dementia – Cambridge News


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Histon mum runs London Marathon in memory of dad she lost to dementia
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Kelly is running for Alzheimer's Research UK, the UK's leading dementia charity. Like many marathon fans, the busy mum from Histon has always enjoyed watching the gruelling challenge on TV from the comfort of her sofa. But when she sat down to watch ...
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Trends in aging: Alzheimer’s and Dementia: Ruby Stage (Part I) – Victoria Advocate


Trends in aging: Alzheimer's and Dementia: Ruby Stage (Part I)
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This next series of columns will explore mid- to late-stage dementia, also known as the ruby stage. A ruby was chosen to represent this stage because of the color red. In the stoplight sequence, red means stop. At this stage, fine motor in the mouth ...

Alzheimer’s, dementia risk declining, studies say – Newsday


Alzheimer's, dementia risk declining, studies say
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An analysis in the New England Journal of Medicine concluded the risk of getting Alzheimer's and other types of dementia may be declining. "There's a growing number of studies that seem to point to this optimistic conclusion," says Dr. Kenneth Langa, ...

A promising blood test for Alzheimer’s – Quad City Times


A promising blood test for Alzheimer's
Quad City Times
Not all types of dementia are Alzheimer's, only about half in fact. The remainder are due to other causes of dementia — blood pressure too high, cholesterol in the destructive range, too much booze, eating wrong and sitting on your butt too long. Just ...

Doctor calls for shift in looking at Alzheimer’s, dementias – Albany Times Union


Doctor calls for shift in looking at Alzheimer's, dementias
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Colonie. People with dementia need "ramps," Dr. G. Allen Power told about 400 people gathered at the Albany Marriott on Thursday for the Alzheimer's Association of Northeastern New York's annual Caregivers Conference. Imagine responding the following ...
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Marathon runner hopes to raise awareness of the need for more funding for … – Darlington and Stockton Times


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Marathon runner hopes to raise awareness of the need for more funding for ...
Darlington and Stockton Times
The Alzheimer's Society has called for more money to be pumped into research to find a cure for dementia but despite a pledge from the government to double funding by 2025, many believe there is more to be done. One of those people is Jeremy Walford, ...
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Dementia Support “Montessori” Seniors Day Centre Receives Funding for … – PR Web (press release)


Dementia Support “Montessori” Seniors Day Centre Receives Funding for ...
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Dementia Support “Montessori” Seniors Day Centre receives funding for Alzheimer's sufferers to attend an appropriate day centre. With the rise in dementia it is becoming more difficult for families and caregivers to engage dementia sufferers in ...

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JFS of Central NJ to host Alzheimer’s/Dementia Caregiver Support Group – Suburban News


JFS of Central NJ to host Alzheimer's/Dementia Caregiver Support Group
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Jewish Family Service of Central NJ, a non-sectarian health and social service agency, will be hosting a new Alzheimer's/Dementia Caregiver Support Group on May 2, from 1-3 p.m. All subsequent meetings will take place, June 6, July 11 and Aug. 1.
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Dementia Conference in Santa Barbara to Explore Current Trends, Future … – Noozhawk


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Dementia Conference in Santa Barbara to Explore Current Trends, Future ...
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This presentation will list and discuss important knowledge, skills, and resources that families and other care providers need to better manage dementia behaviors. Dr. Hartley is the director of science initiatives at the Alzheimer's Association. He ...
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