Monthly Archives: October 2006

Researchers discover misfolded protein clumps common to dementia, Lou

Researchers discover misfolded protein clumps common to dementia, Lou EurekAlert – For information on dementia and aging, please visit the NIA’s Alzheimer’s Disease Education and Referral (ADEAR) Center at www.nia.nih.gov/alzheimers , or call 1-800-438-4380. For more general information on research and aging, go to www.nia.nih.gov .
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Elderly Caregivers Of Alzheimer Patients More Susceptible To Ill-Effects Of Sleep Disturbance 

Elderly Caregivers Of Alzheimer Patients More Susceptible To Ill-Effects Of Sleep Disturbance  Medical News Today - Oct 07 9:11 PM The burden placed on an elderly caregiver whose spouse suffers from Alzheimer disease can often cause sleep disturbance, which can, in turn, lead to early physical signs of cardiovascular problems. This finding pinpoints further the detrimental [...]

Alzheimer’s a real mid-life crisis for Early Onset victims

Alzheimer’s a real mid-life crisis for Early Onset victims San Luis Obispo Tribune, CA - Oct 6, 2006 Most people think of Alzheimer’s disease as something that afflicts vacant-eyed 85-year-olds in nursing homes, not Stanford professors or vibrant moms who
National Institute Funds USC Alzheimer’s Research CBS 2, CA - Oct 4, 2006 [...]

Red wine may protect against Alzheimer’s

Red wine may protect against Alzheimer’s Science Daily (press release) - 5 hours ago Cabernet Sauvignon Red Wine Reduces The Risk Of Alzheimer’s Disease (September 21, 2006) — A new study directed by Mount Sinai School of Medicine has found
Important signal uncovered in brain development Harvard University Gazette, MA - 11 hours ago [...]