Alzheimer's Research

September, 13 2011

Insulin Spray May Improve Alzheimer's Symptoms

Better recall, preserved functioning seen after four months' treatment, preliminary study finds.

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July, 20 2011

Experimental Drug Might Help Fight Alzheimer's After All

Two studies offering encouraging reports on drug for mild to moderate symptons are presented at Alzheimer's Association International Conference in Paris.
July, 19 2011

More Evidence That Exercise May Keep The Brain Sharp

Even if you start late in life, physical activity can help preserve mental ability, study finds.
July, 19 2011

Lifestyle Changes Might Prevent Many Alzheimer's Cases

Study says that even a 25 percent drop in factors such as obesity and smoking could cut 500,000 U.S. cases.
July, 18 2011

Women Bear Greatest Burden of Alzheimer's

Survey finds they're more likely than men to have Alzheimer's or take care of someone with the disease
June, 8 2011

Alzheimer's Brain Scans May Be Available This Year

But detection remains questionable, expert says, while treatment is still elusive.
April, 19 2011

Alzheimer's Cases Could Double With New Guidelines

Although progression to dementia isn't inevitable, mild cognitive impairment now classified as Alzheimer's.
February, 28 2011

Seeking Alzheimer's Answers Among Fruit Flies

Research on insects is providing clues to genetic aspects of the disease.
February, 23 2011

Autopsies Reveal Alzheimer's Often Misdiagnosed

About half do not have sufficient numbers of brain lesions to confirm the disease, study finds.
January, 21 2011

Alzheimer's Scan Might Help Spot Disease

FDA panel's backing could pave way for major advance in the field, experts say.
January, 4 2011

Tooth Loss May Be Linked to Memory Loss

Gum infection may cause inflammation that affects the brain, researcher suggests.
September, 21 2010

Worldwide Dementia Price Tag $604 Billion

U.S. government urged to make Alzheimer's a priority.
September, 1 2010

Stem Cell Ruling Will Slow Research--But Not Stop It


August, 9 2010

"Biomarkers" Could Spot Alzheimer's Early

Levels of 3 proteins might point to impending trouble and help with diagnosis, treatment, studies suggest.
August, 9 2010

Could Lifestyle Changes Cut Dementia Rates?

Researchers say consuming more fruit and vegetables and reducing depression and diabetes could cut new cases by 21 percent.

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