Obama administration proposes raise for Alzheimer's research, some now and ... 
Washington Post
WASHINGTON ? The Obama administration wants to spend just over half a billion dollars on Alzheimer's research next year, hoping to battle back against what could become the defining disease of the aging baby-boom generation. Not all the spending must ...

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Recommended: New Alzheimer's criteria would change diagnosis for millions 
msnbc.com
By Rachael Rettner Almost everyone currently diagnosed with a mild form of Alzheimer's disease would be downgraded to not having the condition, if new proposed criteria for the diagnosis of cognitive problems were applied, a new study shows.
Blurry line in diagnosing early Alzheimer's: study Reuters
Is it Alzheimer's or mild cognitive impairment? Los Angeles Times
New Criteria Could Change Who Is Diagnosed With Alzheimer's U.S. News & World Report
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Oakland woman cares for Alzheimer's-stricken husband while educating others ... 
Contra Costa Times
Having worked with people suffering from Alzheimer's disease as a teacher and administrator for Oakland Unified School District's adult school program, Woolfolk grew concerned about Leonard's health. It wasn't just the burrito mishap.

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What to do if you suspect Alzheimer's 
Los Angeles Times
Are these harmless senior moments or worrisome warning signs that a parent may be in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease? Surveys consistently show that Alzheimer's is the second most feared disease in America, after cancer.

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Alzheimer's disease "jumps" across brain cells to spread 
CBS News
(CBS) Alzheimer's disease spreads through the brain by jumping from one cell to another, according to a new study. The study found that tau protein, which indicates the fibrous tangles found in the brains of Alzheimer's patients, spreads along the ...
Path Is Found for the Spread of Alzheimer's New York Times
Study Tracks Alzheimer's Progression In Mice NPR
Alzheimer's discovery could curb spread of disease, researchers say Toronto Star
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Cracks in the Plaques: Mysteries of Alzheimer's Slowly Yielding to New Research 
Scientific American
The scan compares the brains of a healthy patient [left] and a patient suffering from Alzheimer's [right]. Image: Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center, NIH This has been a big week in Alzheimer's news as scientists put together a clearer ...
Alzheimer's spreads like an infection Times of Malta
Alzheimer's Spreads in the Brain like a Virus, New Study Finds HelpingYouCare?
Major Advancement In Alzheimer's Research dailyRx
Private Healthcare UK  -WND.com  -The Daily Telegraph 
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Boomers face threat of Alzheimer's - Column by Lynne Reynolds 
The Sudbury Star
The likelihood of symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia doubles every five years after age 65. Among people over 85, dementia affects one in two. These are astounding statistics. Longer life expectancies and improved medical ...
The Campaign to Defeat Alzheimer's New York Times

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Is Angry Birds Keeping Your Brain Healthy? [STUDY] 
Mashable
A new study from the Archives of Neurology says playing brain stimulating games can improve your memory and delay or prevent the onset of Alzheimer's disease. Traditional brain games are scientifically designed to boost cognitive activity and enhance ...
Angry Birds May Fight Off Alzheimer's Mobiledia
Study: Got Angry Birds on the brain? You might be better off that way Games.com News (blog)

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Valentine's social program for Alzheimer's patients 
Times Herald-Record
VAILS GATE ? A Valentine's celebration music socialization program for people with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia and family caregivers is set for 2-3:30 pm Feb. 17 at New Harvest Christian Church, 1230 Route 94, Vails Gate.

 

Woman, 82, with Alzheimer's is missing 
Atlanta Journal Constitution
By Angel K. Brooks An 82-year old Atlanta woman with Alzheimer's disease has not been seen since Sunday, police said as they put out a Mattie's Call for the woman Monday night. Geneva Williams was last known to be in the 1700 block of Clifton Way ...

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