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Longest Day challenge will support those with Alzheimer's
Thousand Oaks :: CA :: USA | 20 days ago
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On one day, everyone can join together to show those facing Alzheimer's that they are not alone. The Alzheimer's Association is calling on people around the world to honor the strength, passion and endurance of those facing Alzheimer's by getting
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Alzheimer's vaccine on market 'within 5-6 years'
World leading Stockholm medical research centre, the Karolinska Institute, has become the first to report positive results of a vaccine that could potentially prevent Alzheimer's disease, a form of dementia expected to affect huge numbers
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Alzheimer's Disease Support Group meets Thursday
Newton :: IA :: USA | 1 month ago
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41 a.m.CDT The Alzheimer's Disease Support Group will meet at 9:30 a.m...The group is open to all family and other caretakers of those with Alzheimer's disease or other dementia and is an opportunity to receive information and share concerns.
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Coming Alzheimer's trials need participants
Midland Park :: NJ :: USA | 1 month ago
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Doctors and researchers are trying to keep that estimate from becoming a reality, and clinical trials may be the key to making a difference. For these studies, however, the scientists need the help of patients and public alike. "Participation in
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Alzheimer's Awareness Walk & Run in Visalia: April 13
Visalia :: CA :: USA | 2 months ago
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The Senior Living Network would like to extend a special thanks to all who participated in their 5 th annual Walk/Run in Fresno. With more than 150 walkers and $15,000 raised, the event was a successful venture in the fight to help local families
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'Alzheimer's is not something to be terrified of'
Middletown :: OH :: USA | 2 months ago
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More than 20 years ago, her mother-in law was diagnosed, motivating Stewart to learn more about memory impairments. "Out of her Alzheimer's disease came my career and my work," Stewart said, sitting in her cozy Frederick living room on a sunny
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Dementia’s costs prove staggering for patients, families
Wichita :: KS :: USA | 3 months ago
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Gerry O'Shaughnessy remembers when the nurses called her at 2 a.m. on Aug. 15...And while O'Shaughnessy was devastated, she almost felt a sense of relief for her mother that she no longer had to live with dementia. One in three seniors dies with
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Alzheimer's Disease Support Group to meet
Newton :: IA :: USA | 4 months ago
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58 a.m.CST The monthly meeting of the Alzheimer's Disease Support Group will be from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m...The group is open to all family and friends of those who have Alzheimer's or other dementia and is an opportunity to receive information and
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Alzheimer's Foundation of America Urges Greater Support for Alzheimer's Disease in Light of New Projections on Rising Incidence
Afa :: Nigeria | 4 months ago
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February 07, 2013 The following is a statement by Carol Steinberg, acting chief executive officer of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA), in response to the release yesterday of a new study estimating that the number of people with
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Alzheimer's Association seeks volunteers for Illinois Action Summit
Chicago :: IL :: USA | 4 months ago
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This event ensures that Illinois legislators understand the importance of prioritizing Alzheimer's disease among our state's policies. Those affected by Alzheimer's disease are encouraged to make their voices heard by joining with the Alzheimer's
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