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June 30, 2008
Myriad Genetics ends development of Flurizan Biotechnology company Myriad Genetics Inc. said Monday it will end development of Alzheimer's treatment candidate Flurizan after the drug failed to meet goals of an 18-month, late-stage trial. Patients taking Flurizan didn't show better improvement in cognition and day-to-day activities than those taking a placebo. - Associated Press Related information Alzheimer’s Association statement on Phase III Results for Tarenflurbil (Flurizan) June 27, 2008 Staying social may keep dementia at bay The key to a healthy mind in old age may lie in an active social life, a new study suggests. - HealthDay June 26, 2008 Gene variant may contribute to Alzheimer’s Researchers say they've discovered a gene that may indicate someone is more likely to develop Alzheimer's disease, and it could become a target for drug treatments. - HealthDay Studies find link between Alzheimer’s, calcium Sticky clumps of protein called amyloid usually get the blame for causing Alzheimer's disease, but the real culprit may be calcium. - NPR June 24, 2008 Dementia can hit after a stroke in prime of life Davida Godett seemingly had it all. She had a great job and was on the fast track to earning her MBA. Then, Godett crashed: She had a mini-stroke that temporarily stopped the blood flow to her brain. Godett's stroke damaged parts of her brain that let her store and retrieve information. - USA TODAY Alzheimer's clue found in specific plaque New drug helps some people with Alzheimer’s Initial results from a study of an experimental drug to treat Alzheimer's disease called bapineuzumab showed that the treatment appears to be effective in some patients. - The Wall Street Journal Ginkgo does not treat dementia An herbal extract used by an estimated 10 percent of people with dementia is not an effective treatment for it, a new study suggests. - BBC June 12, 2008 Alzheimer’s disease supersedes diabetes as sixth-leading cause of death in the United States Alzheimer’s disease is now the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) National Center for Health Statistics. - Alzheimer's Association Related information: Life expectancy rises, Alzheimer deaths mount - Reuters June 10, 2008 “Diminished Capacity” sheds light on Alzheimer's The novel "Diminished Capacity," by Sherwood Kiraly, is a humorous, thoughtful and entertaining story that sheds light on Alzheimer's disease. "Diminished Capacity" is also the basis for a feature film of the same title starring Matthew Broderick, Alan Alda and Virginia Madsen, in theaters July 4. - Alzheimer's Association June 6, 2008 Heart surgery not linked to cognitive decline The cognitive decline seen in people who have undergone coronary bypass surgery is comparable to the decline in heart disease patients who have not had surgery, researchers say. - Reuters June 2, 2008 Earlier diagnosis giving Alzheimer's a new voice There's a growing new movement in Alzheimer's: People diagnosed early enough with the disease are demanding better care and increased federal research funding. - USA Today June 1, 2008 For people with Down syndrome, longer life has complications Research has shown that people with Down syndrome, a chromosomal abnormality, have a much higher incidence of Alzheimer's disease at an early age. - The New York Times May 30, 2008 An Amber Alert for seniors? The rising number of elderly people with dementia is stirring a push for a missing adult alert system, similar to the national Amber Alert system for missing children. - Chicago Tribune (free registration may be required) May 29, 2008 Ibuprofen no better at reducing Alzheimer risk Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) appear to reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, but no one medication in the class works better than others, a new analysis finds. - HealthDay May 19, 2008 Training eases Alzheimer caregiving Offering simple training to people struggling to care for loved ones with Alzheimer's disease not only eases their burden — it even can keep patients out of nursing homes for an extra 1.5 years. - North County Times May 14, 2008 Senate Special Committee Hearing on Alzheimer’s - Sandra Day O’Connor and Newt Gingrich testify The Senate Special Committee on Aging held a hearing to examine the tremendous burden Alzheimer’s poses not only to the estimated 5.2 million Americans with the disease and their 10 million caregivers, but also to the healthcare system, business and the larger society. The hearing was held in conjunction with the Alzheimer's Association Public Policy Forum for Alzheimer advocates. - Alzheimer's Association Related information: Sandra Day O'Connor urges help for Alzheimer's disease Sandra Day O'Connor is taking her family's struggle with Alzheimer's public as she calls on Congress to spur efforts to fight the nation's coming dementia epidemic. - ABC News A personal struggle with Alzheimer's Sandra Day O'Connor talks about her experiences with the disease. - Good Morning America O'Connor makes personal plea for Alzheimer's aid Speaking out for the first time about her husband's Alzheimer's, retired Justice Sandra Day O'Connor told senators Wednesday that the disease takes a "staggering toll" on families and said, "our nation is certainly ready to get deadly serious about this deadly disease." - USA Today The fight against Alzheimer's: Congress holds hearings on combating this disease Interview with Chuck Jackson, Alzheimer's Association advocate, who will share his experiences living with Alzheimer's at a Senate Special Committee Hearing on the disease. - Good Morning America Man with Alzheimer's fights "family disease"- 5th-generation patient copes with early onset When Chuck Jackson takes his seat this morning before a U.S. Senate committee, he'll not lack for names or faces as he talks about the devastation that a disease called Alzheimer's has visited upon his family. His grandfather John. A dozen aunts and uncles. His mother, Rachel; a brother, Danny. Plus every year, a growing list of cousins. - Washington Post Dementia hits young, too, Albany man will tell Senate Chuck Jackson of Albany will position himself today before the microphones in an ornate Senate hearing room and deliver this unambiguous message: "Alzheimer's is not just a disease of people already in their 80s and 90s. It actually affects people from teenagers to 20-year-olds to people my age in their mid-30s to mid-50s." - The Oregonian May 13, 2008 Senate Hearing on Alzheimer's - Sandra Day O’Connor and Newt Gingrich to testify Tomorrow, May 14, the Senate Special Committee on Aging will hold a hearing to examine the tremendous burden Alzheimer’s poses not only to the estimated 5.2 million Americans with the disease and their 10 million caregivers, but also to the healthcare system, business and the larger society. - Alzheimer's Association Celebrex, Naproxen won't prevent mental decline Flavonoids may help treat Alzheimer's Flavonoids, compounds found in many fruits and vegetables, may be able to battle the ravages of Alzheimer's disease, a new study suggests. - HealthDay News Legendary coach, Frank Broyles, helped wife with Alzheimer's battle Related information: Alzheimer's Champion Terrell Owens on "Late Night with Conan O'Brien" Terrell shares his personal connection to the Alzheimer cause. - NBC (Video clip via YouTube) Alzheimer's disease risks are gender specific Perk of good job: Aging mind is sharp 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 |
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