Dementia in the news
| 14 June 2006: A sweet solution to Alzheimer's disease |
| Certain variants of a simple sugar ameliorate Alzheimer's-like disease in mice, according to a new study by Canadian researchers. Although the new studies are still in the early stages, the findings c |
| (from: hhmi.org) |
| 16 May 2006: Well-functioning lungs reduce risk of dementia |
| A middle-aged woman with well-functioning lungs runs less risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. A new study carried out at the Sahlgrenska Academy in Göteborg, Sweden, shows a strong statistical cor |
| (from: innovations-report.com) |
| 23 May 2006: Keeping fit may stave off Alzheimer's, say scientists |
| IAN JOHNSTON SCIENCE CORRESPONDENT BALANCE problems and a weak handshake are early signs of dementia, according to a new study which suggests regular exercise is a good way to keep your brain heal |
| (from: thescotsman.scotsman.com) |
| 05 June 2006: Alzheimer Scotland urges shoppers to get walking |
| SHOPPERS at Buchanan Galleries are being urged to walk the mall to raise awareness of dementia. Comedian Craig Hill launched Alzheimer Scotland's bid to get shoppers to wear a pedometer for its Go |
| (from: eveningtimes.co.uk) |
| 21 May 2006: TV could help dementia patients |
| TELEVISION could help early-onset dementia patients re-establish their speech functions, according to a West Australian study. Speech pathologists Kim Elliot and Jade Cartwright conduc |
| (from: sundaytimes.news.com.au) |
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