Alzheimer's disease

'Bad' Fat May Hurt Brain Function Over Time

Fri, 18 May 2012 09:00:00 EST

But researchers report that 'good' fat may help preserve thinking and memory

Trial Set to See if Drug Can Prevent Alzheimer's

Tue, 15 May 2012 16:00:00 EST

Many of the study participants are genetically prone to the disease

For Dementia Patients, Feeding Tubes May Increase Bed Sores

Mon, 14 May 2012 12:00:00 EST

Findings challenge long-standing beliefs, researchers say

Having a 'Purpose in Life' May Help Shield You From Dementia

Mon, 07 May 2012 16:00:00 EST

Study suggests, but doesn't prove, a link between the two

Depression in Mid-Life Linked to Higher Odds for Later Dementia

Mon, 07 May 2012 16:00:00 EST

Risks were greatest for those whose depression stretched from middle- to old age, study found

Eating More Foods Rich in Omega-3s May Lower Alzheimer's Risk: Study

Wed, 02 May 2012 16:00:00 EST

High consumption was associated with lower levels of protein linked to dementia

Exercise Plus Computer Time May Boost Seniors' Brains

Tue, 01 May 2012 17:00:00 EST

Combination seems to help reduce odds of age-related memory loss, study finds

How That Glass of Red Wine Might Help You Live Longer

Tue, 01 May 2012 12:00:00 EST

Mouse study suggests synthetic form of compound found in grapes deserves a look

Basketball Legend Pat Summitt Leaving as Tennessee Women's Coach

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 14:00:00 EST

The 59-year-old Hall of Famer revealed last year that she has early-onset Alzheimer's

Health Buzz: Physical Activity Cuts Alzheimer's Risk

Angela Haupt — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 10:00:00 EST

How to protect against Alzheimer’s disease; fight these 4 causes of aging

How to Protect Against Alzheimer's Disease

Angela Haupt — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 16:50:00 EST

Is it possible to keep your brain as fit as your body?

When Does Boxing-Related Head Trauma Become Too Much?

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 16:00:00 EST

Study suggests there is a point at which lasting brain damage can set in

Everyday Activities Might Lower Alzheimer's Risk

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 16:00:00 EST

Study finds association for more active elderly, even without formal exercise

New Method to Reveal Alzheimer's Marker Shows Promise

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 12:00:00 EST

Early study uses drug and imaging scans to pinpoint plaques associated with disease

Researchers ID Genes That May Determine Mental Illness

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 14:00:00 EST

Genetic links to brain size, intelligence also examined in study

New Drug Might Reduce an Alzheimer's Marker: Study

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 16:00:00 EST

But, research is preliminary and it's unclear if the compound would improve the brain disease

Brain Scans Suggest How Alzheimer's Spreads

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 12:00:00 EST

Finding shows disease moves through linked nerve cells

Antioxidants May Not Help Alzheimer's Patients

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 16:00:00 EST

Vitamin cocktail might even speed up mental decline, researchers say

Health Tip: Manage Memory Loss

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 07:00:00 EST

Tips to help you remember

More Insight on Possible Role of Vitamin D Against Alzheimer's

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 14:00:00 EST

Study looked at vitamin D3's function in clearing brain of disease-related plaques

Alzheimer's, Dementia Care to Cost U.S. $200 Billion This Year

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 12:00:00 EST

Alzheimer's Association projects continued increases in payments as baby boomers age

Study Produces Mixed Results on Alzheimer's Drugs

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 17:00:00 EST

Aricept, Namenda combo may not boost benefits, but staying on Aricept worthwhile, findings show

Toxins Afloat in Shark Fin Soup?

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 16:00:00 EST

Neurotoxins linked to brain diseases identified in fin samples, study says

Alzheimer's-Like Memory Loss Reversed in Mice

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 14:00:00 EST

But any application for humans remains years away, researchers stress

Certain Antipsychotics Up Risk of Death for Patients With Dementia: Study

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 07:47:00 EST

While the drugs are often necessary, new comparison should help doctors balance risks, benefits