Alzheimer's News

It was green thumbs all around at a gardening workshop Thursday in Thunder Bay sponsored by Willow Springs Creative Centre and the local Alzheimer's Society branch.

A new Mayo Clinic study may help physicians differentially diagnose three common neurodegenerative disorders in the future.

LEXINGTON, Ky. Families and friends of those who suffer from memory disorders have the opportunity to attend an educational program on late-stage dementia care and end-of-life issues at 6:30 p.m. July 23.

Significant Increase in Overall Executive Function With PBT2; Approx 40% of PBT2 Treated Patients Substantially Outperformed Placebo Patients; Plans for PBT2 to Advance to Phase IIb Clinical Trial Testing MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA-- - Prana Biotechnology today announced that Dr.

Perceptive Informatics, a leading eClinical solutions provider and a subsidiary of PAREXEL International Corporation, today announced that it has enhanced its capabilities with respect to processing and analysis of medical images for central nervous system and oncology related clinical trials through an alliance with Biospective, Inc.

Care for an Alzheimer's patient can be difficult. That's why the Alzheimer's Association is trying to help caregivers.

Research has found that sticking to the diet can protect the brain against developing Alzheimer's and other memory problems Scientists believe the compounds, called flavonoids, may help to keep the brain healthy in old age.

The Texoma Office of the Alzheimer's Association, Greater Dallas Chapter is delighted to announce the Caregiver Support Group sponsored by Honey Grove Nursing Center has expanded to include monthly meetings and is open to the general public.

The chief judge of the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals is stepping down because she has been diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's disease.

That morning cup of joe may help reverse memory loss in Alzheimer's patients. A new study shows caffeine significantly deceases abnormal levels of the protein linked to Alzheimer's disease in the brain and blood of mice that show symptoms of the disease.

Two research studies published by William A. Banks, M.D., professor of geriatrics and pharmacological and physiological science at Saint Louis University School of Medicine, support this conclusion and offer what he calls a "one-two punch" in giving clues on how Alzheimer's disease develops and could be treated.

AstraZeneca also confirmed plans to continue development of AZD1446 for Alzheimer's disease.

Most of the cognitive tests that have been used to decide whether someone has Alzheimer's disease or vascular dementia have not been very helpful when used alone.

A new study shows that people with superior language skills early in life may be less likely to develop the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease later in life.

Could a patent infringement case filed against Pfizer just before the holiday help Elan CEO Kelly Martin in his negotiations with Wyeth over revenues from bapineuzamab , his Alzheimer's drug? The commercialization of bapi will be "complicated," Martin said, given Johnson & Johnson 's recent deal for a stake in them and Wyeth's previous agreement on ...

Researchers say that "three large cups of coffee a day could help to slow the progress of Alzheimer's disease and even reverse the condition", The Times said.

Tracking birds through feathers may help save them from injuries In a new research, a team of scientists is studying birds by using DNA in their feathers to track their movements and habits, a technique that may help prevent injuries to birds.

The Alzheimer's Association, Greater Iowa Chapter, is hosting a series of family education classes aimed at helping families to identify Alzheimer's and on developing effective strategies for coping with the disease.

A scientist at Southern Illinois University's medical school has received a big federal grant for Alzheimer's disease research.

The growing evidence that caffeine consumption may help treat or prevent Alzheimer's disease has received an extra boost from two new studies.