Alzheimer's Vaccine and Early Detection Process Show Promise

By Carol Bradley Bursack, Health Guide Monday, April 14, 2008

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Researchers at the University of California, Irvine, have been testing a promising vaccine designed to clear beta-amyloid plaques from the brain. In an article in Today at UCI, titled "Alzheimer's vaccine clears plaque but has little effect on learning and memory impairment," researcher...

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Sue

4/15/08 2:22pm

Thanks Carol for bringing us this news from the world of research. I guess we take one step forward, albeit a small one, in this testing to help Alzheimer's patients.

To learn more about treatment possibilities for Alzheimer's Disease and dementia our management center has all the details.

As well, caregivers in need of help, support, etc might find what they are looking for in the Caregiver Center.

All the best, sue (moderator)

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