Alzheimer; News from the web:
People who have a flawed gene linked to Alzheimer’s disease may face a higher risk of COVID-19, an international team of researchers reports.
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Foods to avoid?
Alzheimer; News from the web:
A new study links a low intake of flavonoid-rich foods — such as berries, apples, and tea — with a higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
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Alzheimer’s and Pollution
Alzheimer; News from the web:
- Many recent studies show that Alzheimer’s disease occurs more often in people exposed to fine particles in polluted air.
- Such droplets, a 30th the diameter of a human hair, contain several toxic substances that can damage brain cells.
- Particles can weaken a protective barrier around the brain and also can enter from nerves near the nose.
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Alzheimer’s in many languages
Alzheimer; News from the web:
The Alzheimer’s foundation provides a helpline for caregivers in over 90 languages!
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Alzheimer’s during the pandemic
Alzheimer; News from the web:
In this time of social distancing, many families and caregivers of those who suffer from Alzheimer’s or dementia are struggling.
For those who suffer from Alzheimer’s or dementia, social connection means everything. But now, in this time of social distancing, it’s a difficult concept for them to grasp
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Alzheimer’s and corona virus
Alzheimer; News from the web:
There is now a help line for all your questions
The helpline chat system can be accessed seven days a week through AFA’s website, www.alzfdn.org and clicking on the blue and white chat box in the lower right-hand corner of the page.
The helpline is open seven days a week (9 AM to 9 PM on weekdays and 9 AM to 3 PM on weekends).
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