Alzheimers May Protect Against Cancer
A new study suggests Alzheimer's Disease may protect against cancer-- and visa versa.
A new study suggests Alzheimer's Disease may protect against cancer-- and visa versa.
Ginkgo Biloba May Not Prevent Alzheimers
A new study finds taking Ginkgo Biloba supplements will not prevent Alzheimers disease.
A new study finds taking Ginkgo Biloba supplements will not prevent Alzheimers disease.
A Gene May Help Slow the Decline of Brain Fuction
Researchers have identified a longevity gene that appears to slow the decline in the brain function caused by Alzheimers disease.
Researchers have identified a longevity gene that appears to slow the decline in the brain function caused by Alzheimers disease.
Protein From Fat Cells Can Lower the Risk for Alzheimers
Having high levels of a protein produced by fat cells can lower the risk for Alzheimers disease.
Having high levels of a protein produced by fat cells can lower the risk for Alzheimers disease.
A New Brain Scan Could Help Detect Alzheimers Earlier
A new, experimental brain scan may help doctors diagnose Alzheimers patients earlier.
A new, experimental brain scan may help doctors diagnose Alzheimers patients earlier.
One Third of US Adults Are Caregivers
An estimated 1 in 3 U.S. adults is taking care of someone who is sick, elderly, or has special needs.
An estimated 1 in 3 U.S. adults is taking care of someone who is sick, elderly, or has special needs.
Musical Medicine
Fascinating new research that shows music can literally repair the brain.
Fascinating new research that shows music can literally repair the brain.
Alzheimers Could be Linked to Low Muscle Strength
A new study finds a link between low muscle strength and Alzheimer's disease.
A new study finds a link between low muscle strength and Alzheimer's disease.
The Brain of Boone
Find out how this 81 year old billionaire keeps his brain as fit as a person in their 20s.
Find out how this 81 year old billionaire keeps his brain as fit as a person in their 20s.
Learning the Internet Helps Elderly Brains
Teaching elderly adults how to use the internet could give them an extra brain boost.
Teaching elderly adults how to use the internet could give them an extra brain boost.
Diabetics May Keep Their Memory Longer When Diagnosed With Alzheimers
Researchers were surprised to learn people with diabetes and Alzheimer's disease retain their memory longer than people with Alzheimer's alone.
Researchers were surprised to learn people with diabetes and Alzheimer's disease retain their memory longer than people with Alzheimer's alone.
Dementia and Cancer Patients Have Similar Symptoms
People with dementia experience symptoms similar to patients with cancer towards the end of their life, like pneumonia and extreme pain.
People with dementia experience symptoms similar to patients with cancer towards the end of their life, like pneumonia and extreme pain.
Half of All Babies Born Will Live to 100
Half of all babies born today in wealthy nations are likely to live to 100.
Half of all babies born today in wealthy nations are likely to live to 100.
Problems Handling Money Could Be a Sign of Alzheimers
Sudden difficulty managing money may be an important precursor to developing Alzheimer's disease.
Sudden difficulty managing money may be an important precursor to developing Alzheimer's disease.
More and More People Are Being Diagnosed With Alzheimers
The 2009 World Alzheimer's Report shows the number of people being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease is growing at a rapid rate.
The 2009 World Alzheimer's Report shows the number of people being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease is growing at a rapid rate.
An NFL Study Shows Players Have 20% Risk for Dementia
An official NFL study shows that former league players have nearly 20% more risk for developing dementia or memory-related diseases.
An official NFL study shows that former league players have nearly 20% more risk for developing dementia or memory-related diseases.
Coffee and Its Benefits
New research says a good 'ole cup of joe could give you more than just a little get up and go.
New research says a good 'ole cup of joe could give you more than just a little get up and go.
Two Genes May Be Related to Alzheimers
A team of scientists has discovered two new genes related to the most common form of Alzheimer's disease.
A team of scientists has discovered two new genes related to the most common form of Alzheimer's disease.
Infectious Disease Could Bring On Alzheimer's
Catching a cold or stomach bug may be associated with increased memory loss in Alzheimer's patients.
Catching a cold or stomach bug may be associated with increased memory loss in Alzheimer's patients.
Celebrity Photos Help Doctors Study Alzheimers
Images of Britney Spears are helping scientists learn more about Alzheimer's.
Images of Britney Spears are helping scientists learn more about Alzheimer's.
