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Gene variant may protect against Alzheimer's

The discovery of a gene variant that rids the brain of toxic plaques linked to Alzheimer's might lead to new treatments for the disease, researchers report. ....

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Costs of dementia care can consume savings of cash-strapped seniors

Dementia care can eat through the savings of cash-strapped seniors, a new study warns. ....

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Dementia was rare in ancient Greece, analysis shows

A new analysis of ancient Greek and Roman medical texts suggests that dementia was extremely rare 2,000 to 2,500 years ago, in the time of Aristotle, Galen and Pliny the Elder. ....

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Thousands attend Walk to End Alzheimer's in Miami

Thousands of South Floridians gathered at FIU's Riccardo Silva Stadium in Miami on Sunday, to participate in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End. ....

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Memory loss and the holidays: How to help loved ones

For people who are struggling with Alzheimer's or dementia, the holidays can be a difficult time. ....

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