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Kmims23
posted 08/12/2008, comments (0)

Information regarding 2 Alzheimer’s disease clinical trials

Hello!   I found two Alzheimer's disease clinical research trials on www.clinicaltrials.gov.   Check out the following links for more information: http://clinicaltrial.gov/ct2/show/NCT00672945?term=PRX-03140&rank=2 http://clinicaltrial.gov/ct2/show/NCT00693004?term=PRX-03140&rank=3   Kim
Lynn Cowan

Lynn Cowan

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posted 08/01/2008, comments (0)

A Quilt to Remember

  The Alzheimer Society of Washington was eager to participate in AFA's quilt project from the very first time we read about it.  We were able to assemble a top-notch group of volunteers who assured us that we would be a able to send a beautiful, meaningful quilt.  This meant many hours of designing, sewing and collecting... Read moreChevron
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posted 05/30/2008, comments (2)

Can Social Ties Stave Off Alzheimer's?

A new study confirms what previous research and intuition tell us: Connecting to other  people is good for your brain. In this case the research, published in the American Journal of Public Health, showed that memory declined at half the rate among socially engaged adults compared to their more isolated peers.   Three things you need... Read moreChevron
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posted 04/07/2008, comment (1)

Memory Loss

-Some complications can accompany the process of aging including Alzheimer's. There are steps everyone should take to decrease the chances of developing Alzheimer's and attain healthy longevity. Regular mental and physical activity and more schooling improve your chances against Alzheimer's. For more information , visit... Read moreChevron
VAB
posted 03/25/2008, comments (9)

looking for families with children 6-12 dealing with a grandparent with Alzheimer's

I am looking to speak with families who have children, ages 6-12, dealing with Alzheimer's in the family.  I am researching a documentary for HBO. Thanks.
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