Health News Archives

Study Recruiting From Alzheimer’s-Prone Families
The findings might boost understanding of the disease generally, researchers say

When the Caregiver Becomes the Patient
Study finds those tending Alzheimer's relatives at risk for hospital visits of their own

Growth Hormone Boost May Not Slow Alzheimer’s
A promising approach in mice disappoints in human trial

Ginkgo No Shield Against Alzheimer’s
Taking the herb long-term didn't prevent or curb dementia, researchers say

Fewer Brain ’Tangles’ May Mean Smarter Old Age
Autopsies of quick-witted elderly hint at how they stayed that way

’Cognitive Reserve’ May Help Fight Alzheimer’s
Study sees less damage from brain plaques in those with more education

Health Tip: Caring for a Loved One During the Holidays
Suggestions to help you and a person with Alzheimer's cope with extra stress

Vitamin Holds Promise for Alzheimer’s Disease
Treatment cured memory problems in mice, researchers found

Diabetes, Hypertension Hasten Death in Alzheimer’s Patients
They're more than twice as likely to die sooner, study finds

Asleep or Awake, Brain Functions the Same
Finding may help evaluate infants, as well as psychiatric, movement disorders