Short limbs up dementia risk
Research shows people with shorter arms and legs may be more likely to develop Alzheimer's disease and poor nutrition in early life is the probable culprit. |
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Ibuprofen may lower Alzheimers risk
People who took the painkiller ibuprofen for more than five years had a 40 percent lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, US researchers have said. |
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Alzheimer's drug shows promise
A new analysis of a study on an experimental Alzheimer's drug reinforces the notion that the compound is effective at improving the cognitive function of some Alzheimer's patients. |
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Early onset for drinkers, smokers
Research shows that heavy drinkers and heavy smokers develop Alzheimer’s disease years earlier than people with Alzheimer’s who do not drink or smoke heavily. |
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Exercise stops cognitive impairment
Regular physical exercise may help protect against mild cognitive impairment, according to a Mayo Clinic study. |
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Blueberries improve memory
A research team have found that phytochemical-rich foods, such as blueberries, are effective at reversing age-related deficits in memory. |
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Mid-life diabetes in men ups risk
Men who develop diabetes in middle age are at significantly increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease later in life, according to a long-term study. |
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Alzheimers risk gender specific?
The risks of developing Alzheimer's disease differ between the sexes, with stroke in men, and depression in women, critical factors, according to a French study. |
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Dementia pain often under treated
A study shows that nursing home residents with dementia are less likely to receive pain medication than other patients even though they have just as many painful health conditions. |
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Fruit, veg to fight Alzheimers?
Flavonoids, compounds found in many fruits and vegetables, may be able to battle the ravages of Alzheimer's disease, a new study suggests. |
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Latest Alzheimer's research
Research into Alzheimer's disease has taken some big strides lately, shedding light on possible causes, treatments and even potential cures. We round up some of the recent studies. |
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Alzheimer's drug shows promise
An experimental drug shows promise for halting the progression of Alzheimer's disease by taking a new approach: breaking up the protein tangles that clog victims' brains. |
