Alzheimer; News from the web:
As it turns out, anxiety and depression are among the first early signs of Alzheimer. This does not mean at all that everyone who feels anxious or depressed should worry about having Alzheimer, just like not everyone lying in bed dies although most people die lying in bed. It is just a point about the fact that we need to look beyond the obvious to find early signs of Alzheimer as this provides yet the best opportunity for intervention.
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Alzheimer; News from the web:
Alzheimer’s is the third leading cause of death in San Diego County. The stark statistics prompted county Board of Supervisors Chairwoman Dianne Jacob to team with Supervisor Dave Roberts to propose local action to speed up the search for a cure and help the 60,000 area residents with the disease. Key recommendations of the initiative, including one for a fund drive to spur research innovation, will be presented Tuesday at the supervisors’ meeting. The U-T Editorial Board recently met with Jacob, philanthropist Darlene Shiley and Dr. Jerold Chun of the Scripps Research Institute to discuss the project. Here is an edited transcript of the interview.
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Alzheimer; News from the web:
The Huffington Post provides a great article with a similar title and it describes the fears many of us have and how realistic they are. It also includes a link to a PDF from the Alzheimer’s Association. Make sure you download the pdf and read up about it.
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Alzheimer; News from the web:
The good folks from KeepInMindInc.com reached out with this video to remind all of us about the importance of getting the right diagnosis of dementia. What type of dementia is it? You need to know because the care and cure depend on a good diagnosis. While you are at it, browser their website, filled with great resources and advice!
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Alzheimer; News from the web:
Very good overview of the history and current options for Alzheimer. Although there is no cure, the treatment in early stages seems to be more effective and the diagnose methods have improved such that early treatment now becomes an option.
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Alzheimer; News from the web:
It become more clear now that these little slips of memory maybe more significant than we previously thought. Even if on the bigger test there are no issues recognized yet it may be an early sign.
There is no cure, but here is the recommendation:
Research has shown that people who exercise, eat a proper diet, people who stay mentally engaged and people who manage their diabetes or high blood pressure can keep some dementia at bay.
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