Heartburn meds are not a problem for Alzheimer’s after all

Alzheimer; News from the web:

Drugs used to treat acid reflux and ulcers don’t appear to boost the risk of dementia, as has been previously suspected, new research suggests.

The study focused on widely used proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) drugs — medicines such as Prevacid, Prilosec and Nexium. Previous studies have suggested the drugs may increase the risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease in people aged 75 and older.

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Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month

Alzheimer; News from the web:

June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, a good time to better understand memory loss and dementia, its causes and treatments and what can be done to strengthen the brain.

Perhaps most importantly it’s a reminder to notice when forgetting things is normal and when it may be something more – in other words when it’s time to see a doctor.

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