Alzheimers Disease
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David Cassidy Has Dementia: Here's What That Means
By Rachael Rettner published
Actor and singer David Cassidy recently revealed he has dementia, but what exactly does this term mean?
People with Alzheimer's Disease Can Still Have Sharp Memories
By Agata Blaszczak-Boxe published
Three people whose brains were examined after their deaths turned out to have signs of Alzheimer's disease. But they actually had good memory abilities right up until they died.
Rate of Dementia Declines Among US Seniors
By Rachael Rettner published
The American population is getting older, but the percentage of U.S. seniors with dementia is actually declining, a new study found.
'Head Rush' Linked with Increased Risk for Dementia in Older Adults
By Sara G. Miller published
6 Big Mysteries of Alzheimer's Disease
By Cari Nierenberg published
Experts spoke with LiveScience about the biggest mysteries of Alzheimer's disease.
New Drug Clears Abnormal Brain Proteins Tied to Alzheimer's
By Tia Ghose published
A new drug can remove the plaques that cause amyloid, though the study did not enroll enough people to determine if there was a cognitive benefit.
Gene Wilder's Death: How Do People Die from Alzheimer's?
By Rachael Rettner published
Legendary comedic actor Gene Wilder has died at age 83 from complications of Alzheimer's disease. But what exactly does it mean to die from Alzheimer's?
Calcium Supplements Linked to Higher Risk of Dementia in Some Women
By Agata Blaszczak-Boxe published
Taking calcium supplements may raise the risk of developing dementia in women who have previously had a stroke, or have early signs of other cerebrovascular disease.
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