- Introduction
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- Prevention
-
Caregiving
- Coping with Emotional Changes
- Coping with Memory Loss
- Costs and Insurance
- Creating a Daily Routine
- Exercise
- Health and Wellbeing of the Caregiver
- Home Safety Adjustments
- Mental Exercises
- Respite Care
- Talking to Children about Alzheimer's
- Talking to Friends about Alzheimer's
- Telling Someone They Have Alzheimer's
- Transition to Assisted Living
- Transition to Nursing Home
- Work
- Related Conditions
- Resources
Prevent Alzheimer's
Treating atrial fibrillation--a common type of irregular heartbeat--doctors may be able to prevent some cases of Alzheimer's disease. Recent studies suggest that atrial fibrillation may double the risk of dementia, particularly in younger people. Researchers say that study participants who underwent a minor surgical procedure were less likely to go on to develop Alzheimer's disease than participants whose atrial fibrillation was treated with medications.
More information on "Prevent Alzheimer's"
From Our Experts
Can Antioxidants Reverse or Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease?
In my previous blog, I wrote about an encouraging study of a drug called Dimebon. This drug, if approved, may help people with Alzheimer's... Read more »
Plaque Removal Fails to Prevent Alzheimer’s
In what is bound to be viewed as a significant setback, the results of vaccine trials aimed at removing amyloid β plaques from the... Read more »
Preventing Alzheimer’s: Exercise, Diet and Brain Games Show Promise
People want to know. Can we prevent Alzheimer's? Certainly, there are no guarantees. Throughout my years writing for this site, I've... Read more »
Can a Mediterranean diet help prevent Alzheimer’s disease?
The Mediterranean diet is hard to beat for health reasons. In the article Is Heart-Healthy Good for the Brain? the Mediterranean diet was... Read more »
A Play-by-Play Explanation of New Research on the Prevention of...
In my most recent blog, I reviewed the concepts of phase 1, phase 2 and phase 3 research trials and briefly summarized the results from a... Read more »
From Our Sources
No Proof Lifestyle Changes Help Prevent Alzheimer's: Study
An analysis by an independent government panel has found that there is not enough research to back the claim that games, puzzles, or eating a... Read more »
Alzheimer's Prevention: Five Easy Tricks for Keeping Your Brai...
1. Finish a crossword puzzle. Just like a walk exercises your body, puzzles give your brain a workout. Think how satisfying it is to fill in that... Read more »
Coffee may prevent, treat Alzheimer's
Two new animal studies suggest that coffee may help reverse and even prevent Alzheimer's disease. In one study, researchers gave mice an equivalent... Read more »
Early use of some pain meds may prevent Alzheimer's
Scientists working with mice have found that taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) from a young age may help prevent Alzheimer's... Read more »
Prevention of Alzheimer's Disease
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Alzheimer's Disease
An article appeared in 2007 in the journal International Review of Psychiatry (Volume 19, Issue 6:pp. 693-706) which reviewed the current knowledge... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
