Alzheimer's Disease

Dementia costs the UK economy £23 billion each year but for every £1 donated for research into the condition, cancer research receives £26.

Feb 9, 2010 - Ann Burnett

The number of people in the UK suffering from one of the many forms of dementia is set to rise to 1 million by 2025. What can you do to ensure you are not one of them?

Feb 7, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Dementia is a blanket term covering many different forms of the condition. But all involve a significant decline in the functioning of the brain and associated problems.

Feb 7, 2010 - Ann Burnett

Some studies report that persons over 50 years of age should avoid taking iron and supplements to reduce their risk of diseases associated with aging. It depends.

Jan 31, 2010 - Alicia Richardson

As their disease progresses, a small percentage of people with Alzheimer's dementia will act out in sexually inappropriate ways. Learn how to respond compassionately.

Jan 29, 2010 - Debra L. Stang

Advertisements for "the patch for Alzheimer's" have increased public interest in this relatively new product. Here's what interested parties should know.

Jan 29, 2010 - James Cooper

Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia take a toll on the mind and body. Not surprisingly, older people with dementia are at higher risk of suicide.

Jan 25, 2010 - Kristie Leong

Amyloid protein, which accumulates in cells and disrupts critical cell functions, has been identified as a causative factor in both Alzheimer's disease and Down syndrome.

Jan 19, 2010 - Terrie Schultz

New Alzheimer research shows that lowing the IGF-1 pathway helps slow aging and cure Alzheimer disease.

Dec 16, 2009 - Chen Nanyang

Relatives that visit once or twice a year can expect changes in the elderly person with Alzheimer's disease. Respect the need for appropriate activities & conversations.

Nov 25, 2009 - Mary King

Senior exercise programs can reduce a person's risk for dementia. Prevention efforts should also include a brain boosting diet.

Nov 14, 2009 - Jennifer Graham

Elderly patients are routinely given anti-psychotic drugs to control aggression; a British study says the practice is linked to 1,800 deaths a year.

Nov 13, 2009 - Rupert Taylor

This breakthrough in assistive technology is a small digital camera worn around the neck which takes low resolution photos and may benefit those with memory loss.

Nov 5, 2009 - Susan Tabar

The cause of Alzheimer's is largely unknown and this disease ravages millions of families every year. Some diet treatments have been found to help minimize its effect.

Oct 30, 2009 - Michelle Barrett

A research institute links Alzheimer's symptoms with coronary artery cardiovascular risks. An Alzheimer foundation links age dementia symptoms with Alzheimer's disease.

Oct 28, 2009 - Bernard P. Nelson

Possibly the most misdiagnosed dementia today is Dementia with Lewy Bodies, DLB. Yet of all dementias, DLB is the second or third most common.

Sep 9, 2009 - James Cooper

Activities that regularly exercise the brain may slow down memory loss and cognitive decline, but only if started early enough and done regularly, researchers warn

Aug 10, 2009 - Sue Cartledge

Learn about wandering behaviors in those with dementia/Alzheimer's. Discover simple strategies that may eliminate or lessen wandering behaviors.

Aug 1, 2009 - Katrena Wells

A controversial new scheme to electronically tag the elderly has been blasted by critics as a 'gimmick' and as an excuse for negligence by civil liberties campaigners.

Jul 22, 2009 - Michael Jolliffe

Researchers have found that genetic variances alter brain activity in children more susceptible to Alzheimer's development as they age.

Jun 13, 2009 - Jennifer Marsh

Can a Mediterranean diet slow down brain aging and even prevent Alzheimer's disease? Find out why this diet may be important for brain health.

May 26, 2009 - Kristie Leong

A study of British dementia patients found that among those who kept working after retirement age Alzheimer's hit later.

May 18, 2009 - Rupert Taylor

Sundowning in people with Alzheimer's is a condition in which the person exhibits increased confusion, anxiety and agitation, usually in late afternoon or early evening.

Apr 14, 2009 - JoAnn Sardo

Alzheimer's disease most often occurs after the age of 65 and progresses through four phases of thought and physical deterioration.

Mar 29, 2009 - Naheed Ali

The "why" of Alzheimer's disease is yet to be discovered, but the behavioral challenges of taking care of someone with the disease have been identified by physicians.

Mar 29, 2009 - Naheed Ali