Alzheimer's Disease Research Newsletters
Current Newsletter
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Summer 2008
4 pages
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In this issue:
- Depression puts people at higher Alzheimer’s risk
- Study finds new links between mental and brain health
- Special compound helps scientists “see” Alzheimer’s plaque
- Findings could enable earlier diagnosis of disease
- Grief takes largest toll on Alzheimer’s caregivers
- Survey points out new directions for supporting family members
- Feel good and give back
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Past Alzheimer’s Disease Newsletters
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Winter 2008
4 pages
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In this issue:
- Could Alzheimer’s disease be “Type 3” diabetes?
- Help for Alzheimer’s disease caregivers
- Stress of caregiving can shorten lives
- Support and counseling seen as keys to long-term health
- Research roundup
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Winter 2007
6 pages
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In this issue:
- A promising new diagnostic tool for Alzheimer’s disease
- The baby boom bomb
- Serious health ramifications for an aging generation
- Safety and the older driver
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Fall 2007
4 pages
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In this issue:
- Prions could play role in preventing Alzheimer’s disease
- Scientists say protein particles block plaque formation
- Making Alzheimer’s disease a national priority
- Difficulty identifying odors may predict cognitive decline
- Researchers uncover potential early marker for Alzheimer’s disease
- Healthy living
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Summer 2007
2 pages
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In this issue:
- Two researchers to receive ADR’s coveted Centennial Awards
- 1 Million grants will help scientists study gene links, protein buildup
- Short-term gains, long-term victory
- ADR-supported team maps links between head injuries
- Alzheimer’s disease findings could help lower risk of Alzheimer’s in stroke patients
- Healthy living
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Summer 2006
6 pages
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In this issue:
- Supporters play a vital role in Alzheimer’s disease breakthrough
- Research funded by ADR reveals Alzheimer’s beginnings
- Investing in a cure makes sense
- Real life…real answers: Our experts respond to your questions about Alzheimer’s disease
- Study suggests restricting carbohydrates may prevent Alzheimer’s disease
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Spring 2006
6 pages
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In this issue:
- Drug that can slow progression of Alzheimer’s disease approved
- Memantine considered major new treatment for Alzheimer’s patients
- Is it Alzheimer’s . . . or not?
- Five conditions that can mimic Alzheimer’s disease
- Research update
- Exercise your brain to fight Alzheimer’s disease
- New study shows that mental activity can minimize the risk of dementia
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Summer 2005
6 pages
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In this issue:
- ADR study builds on diagnostic breakthrough
- ADR awards new grants
- Weight control and Alzheimer's disease
- News briefs
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Last Reviewed On: 09/26/08
