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May 7, 2008
Sportscaster writes about his father’s Alzheimer’s For the past two decades, Jim Nantz has been living his dream as a leading announcer for CBS Sports. But for all his success, his father's battle with Alzheimer's disease has been his greatest challenge. - CBS News May 6, 2008 Ibuprofen linked to reduced Alzheimer risk People who use the painkiller ibuprofen regularly for five years may be less likely to develop Alzheimer's disease, a new study suggests. - The Washington Post April 30, 2008 Experimental drug eases mild Alzheimer symptoms Patients with mild Alzheimer's disease who took tarenflurbil twice a day had less decline in functional ability than those who took a placebo, according to a British phase II trial. - U.S. News & World Report Related information: Two dozen new celebrities join the Alzheimer’s Association Champion awareness campaign Well-known personalities, including Terrell Owens, Molly Sims and Wayne Brady, have lent their faces and voices to help the Alzheimer’s Association challenge 5 million Americans – one for every American living with the disease – to learn about the disease and become an Alzheimer’s Champion. - Alzheimer's Association April 17, 2008 Study: Lipitor failed to slow Alzheimer's The cholesterol drug Lipitor failed to slow mental and physical worsening in people with Alzheimer's disease, a study found. - Bloomberg April 16, 2008 Exercise could cut risk of mild cognitive impairment Regular physical exercise may help protect against mild cognitive impairment, according to a Mayo Clinic study. - HealthDay Related information: The Alzheimer's Association wins 2008 Caregiver Friendly Awards The Alzheimer's Association is proud to win two 2008 Caregiver Friendly Awards for Senior Housing Finder and Coach Broyles' "Playbook." The Caregiver Friendly Awards are presented by Today's Caregiver to celebrate outstanding books, media, products and services designed with the best interest of the family caregiver and his or her loved one in mind. - Alzheimer's Association April 10, 2008 Three winners of new award for younger researchers announced by coalition of Alzheimer organizations A coalition of leading Alzheimer’s disease organizations today announced the first three recipients of “Tomorrow’s Leaders in Alzheimer’s Disease Research” prizes; a new award mechanism to recognize outstanding young scientists in Alzheimer’s and dementia research. - Alzheimer's Association April 7, 2008 Alzheimer's Association statement on the passing of Charlton Heston The Alzheimer’s Association extends its deepest sympathies to the Heston family on the passing of Charlton Heston on Saturday, April 5. In 2002, Mr. Heston courageously announced to the public that he was suffering with symptoms consistent with Alzheimer’s disease. - Alzheimer's Association March 27, 2008 Big belly boosts risk of later dementia Having a big belly in your 40s can boost your risk of getting Alzheimer's disease or other dementia decades later, a new study suggests. - Associated Press March 25, 2008 Alzheimer's Association statement on release of Medicare Trustee Report The Medicare Trustees Report released today in Washington, D.C., makes it clear that we must act quickly to stave off unsustainable costs to Medicare. - Alzheimer's Association March 18, 2008 New report from the Alzheimer's Association: 2008 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures The Alzheimer’s Association estimates that 10 million baby boomers will develop Alzheimer’s disease in the United States, according to their new report released today, the 2008 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures. - Alzheimer's Association Related information: 18 percent of all boomers expected to develop Alzheimer’s - USA TODAY Alzheimer's may claim 10 million baby boomers - Bloomberg Alzheimer’s Association calls on presidential candidates to address looming epidemic Alzheimer's Association continues Champions consumer awareness campaign with new ads National magazines and television stations are running the new print and TV ads depicting how families' plans, dreams and memories are stolen when Alzheimer's disease strikes. - Alzheimer's Association David Hyde Pierce takes on Alzheimer’s Alzheimer celebrity Champion David Hyde Pierce discusses his involvement with the Alzheimer’s Association. - ABC News March 14, 2008 Dementia diagnosis may be a relief Doctors often hesitate to tell people they may have Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia, but a study reports that most were relieved to have symptoms explained and a way to find help. - Associated Press Related information: Caring for a parent with Alzheimer’s “There was never any question in my mind whether I was going to do it,” says a California woman who is taking care of her mother with Alzheimer’s. - NBC Nightly News Related information: Family history boots Alzheimer odds If both parents have Alzheimer's disease, their children face an increased risk of developing the condition, a new study suggests. - HealthDay People with early Alzheimer’s flunk financial study Stars come out for Alzheimer benefit Stars gathered at the Beverly Hilton Hotel Wednesday night for the 16th annual Alzheimer's Association A Night at Sardi's benefit. - USA TODAY Related information: Amber Alerts for adults Similar to Amber Alerts for children, Silver Alerts could help find elderly people who wander away from home. - Good Morning America Related information: Do antibiotics benefit advanced dementia? Almost half of residents with advanced dementia in nursing homes are given antibiotics in the last two weeks of life, a new study says. What's not clear is whether that therapy has any benefits, such as prolonging life or improving the quality of life. - HealthDay February 12, 2008 New survey shows African-Americans are concerned with heart health but unaware of link to brain health A recent survey commissioned by the Alzheimer’s Association and the American Heart Association found that, among African-Americans, two out of three (61 percent) expressed concern about developing heart disease, and two out of five (40 percent) expressed concern about developing Alzheimer’s. However, only about one in 20 (6 percent) are aware that heart health is linked to brain health. - Alzheimer's Association Related information: Most are unaware of heart health, dementia link Alzheimer plaques can form in one day An advanced imaging study has captured the fact that amyloid plaques, a prime suspect in causing Alzheimer's disease, can develop in just 24 hours. - HealthDay February 5, 2008 Alzheimer story brings writer a new bond Melissa Isaacson of The Chicago Tribune wrote about how both of her parents declined from Alzheimer’s disease. She says baring her soul on the topic profoundly affected people in a way she did not anticipate. - The Chicago Tribune Related information: See our We Can Help section >> February 4, 2008 Alzheimer's Association response to president’s Fiscal Year 2009 budget proposal We are disappointed that the president’s 2009 budget proposal continues to underestimate the vital hope that scientific research offers American families facing debilitating and fatal diseases, such as Alzheimer’s. It continues the dangerous trend of underfunding important medical research at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). - Alzheimer's Association February 1, 2008 Attacking Alzheimer's: The latest news on treatment and diagnosis Researcher suspects the body has natural defenses against the disease. - U.S. News & World Report Keeping your brain fit There's plenty you can do to slow the effects of aging. Here's how to keep your thinking and memory sharp. - U.S. News & World Report Related information: See our Brain Health section >> January 28, 2008 Julie Christie wins SAG Award for "Away From Her" The Screen Actors Guild honored Julie Christie with an "Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role" SAG Award for the film "Away From Her." - Northern Stars January 25, 2008 Celebrity Champion, David Hyde Pierce, wore his MOVE hoodie on last night’s episode of "Celebrity Apprentice" David Hyde Pierce wears his Association's MOVE Champion campaign sweatshirt during a theater ticket sales challenge. Pierce is currently starring in the Broadway play "Curtains." - NBC Related information: Learn how you can become an Alzheimer's Champion >> January 24, 2008 Alzheimer advocate competes for Miss America crown On Saturday, Jan. 26, Melissa Chaty of the Alzheimer's Association San Diego/Imperial Chapter will compete as Miss California in the Miss America pageant in Las Vegas. - Alzheimer's Association Driving skills diminish with early Alzheimer’s Maintaining current research levels is unacceptable It is absolutely crucial that additional federal funding be allocated for Alzheimer research, says Sam Gandy, chair of the Alzheimer’s Association Medical and Scientific Advisory Council. - The Journal of Life Sciences January 22, 2008 “Away from Her” earns two Oscar nods “Away from Her,” a film about a woman slipping away to Alzheimer’s, was honored with two Academy Award nominations. - Alzheimer’s Association January 18, 2008 Final answer on statins and Alzheimer's may depend on outcomes of clinical trials Despite some reports that statins might slow or prevent Alzheimer's disease, a new study finds no evidence for the theory. One expert thinks this study is not conclusive, and clinical trials that are under way should provide a definitive answer on the issue. - HealthDay News January 17, 2008 “Ugly Betty” dad faces mother’s Alzheimer’s With the writers' strike separating actor Tony Plana from his “Ugly Betty” family, he has been left to ponder a very private pain on his own: his mother’s battle with Alzheimer’s disease. - USA TODAY January 15, 2008 Alzheimer’s Association statement on Enbrel study The Alzheimer’s Association welcomes new ideas for Alzheimer therapies, such as Enbrel. But we are concerned that, in their strong desire for more effective therapies, people with Alzheimer’s and their families may place undue value on this new finding based on the dramatic language used in its description and the apparent immediate effect. - Alzheimer’s Association Related information: Breakthrough or false hope? Etanercept case report draws scrutiny - Alzheimer Research Forum January 14, 2008 Julie Christie wins Golden Globe for "Away from Her" performance Academy Award winner Julie Christie has now added a Golden Globe win to her list of accolades. Christie won Best Actress in a Motion Picture (Drama) for her work in “Away From Her.” - Alzheimer's Association Something’s not right with Mom … and now, Dad People with Alzheimer’s describe life with the disease Early-onset Alzheimer's is a degenerative brain disease that affects an estimated 250,000 to half a million Americans. A forum organized by those with the disease has proven an effective means of coping. - NewsHour with Jim Lehrer Watch video: Related information: |
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