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Sleep Apnea in Seniors Tied to Alzheimer's in Study

Sleep apnea, the condition that robs sufferers of deep sleep by endlessly and subconsciously waking them up, becomes more common as people age. Now, a small new study raises the possibility that it may somehow cause -- or be caused by -- Alzheimer's disease.
Some Types of Skin Cancer Linked to Lower Chances of Alzheimer's

There's some good news for people who have had certain kinds of skin cancer: A new study suggests that their odds of developing Alzheimer's disease may be significantly lower than it is for others.
Experimental Drug Seems to Aid Memory in Mice With Alzheimer's

An experimental drug improved the memory and brain function in older mice with advanced symptoms of Alzheimer's disease, according to a new study.
Many Seniors Suffer Mental Decline in Silence: CDC

About 13 percent of Americans 60 and older say they have increasing problems with thinking and memory and that they suffer growing confusion, a new report released Thursday shows.
High Blood Sugar May Add to Alzheimer's Risk: Study

Elevated blood sugar levels may increase a person's risk for Alzheimer's disease, according to a new study.
Living Long May Protect Against Early Alzheimer's, Study Finds

Families with exceptional longevity also appear to have later onset of dementia, a new study suggests.
General Anesthesia Not Linked to Raised Risk for Dementia

Despite previous concerns, older people who receive general anesthesia are not at greater risk of developing long-term dementia or Alzheimer's disease, a new study says.
Mediterranean Diet Might Help Stave Off Dementia

Eating fish, chicken, olive oil and other foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids while staying away from meats and dairy -- the so-called Mediterranean diet -- may help older adults keep their memory and thinking skills sharp, a large new U.S. study suggests.
Gene Studies Could Point to New Alzheimer's Treatments

Insight into genes that play a key role in disrupting immune system pathways in the brains of people with Alzheimer's disease could offer a potential target for new drugs against the disease, two new studies show.
Kids' Concussion Recovery Varies by Symptom Severity: Study

Children with more severe concussion symptoms take longer to recover from their head injury than those with milder symptoms, a new study finds.

 

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