Alzheimer’s Association, July 18-23
The Alzheimer's Association International Conference The annual Alzheimer's Association International Conference was held from July 18 to 23 in Washington, D.C., and attracted...
PTSD Symptoms Persist for Thousands of Vietnam Vets
It's never too late to seek help, experts say
AAIC: Exercise Can Treat Signs and Symptoms of Dementia
Regular physical activity benefits the aging brain, three studies show
AAIC: Hints That New Drug May Slow Alzheimer’s Progression
Initial findings need to be supported by additional studies
No Link Found Between Testosterone Therapy and VTE
Finding based on data from more than 30,000 American men, 40 and older
Short Sleep Duration Ups Odds of Metabolic Syndrome
Dose-response association, with 1.5-fold increase among those sleeping less than five hours
Blood Glucose Meter Accuracy Unclear at Low Glycemic Range
Raises questions regarding safety for measuring blood glucose, and when BGMs are used in trials
Antibiotic May Reduce Anticoagulant Effect of Warfarin
Doctors should closely monitor patients who have to take these drugs together, researcher says
AAIC: Gender Differences Seen With General Anesthesia
Postoperative cognitive decline less evident in elderly males, researchers say
USPSTF: More Evidence Needed for Visual Acuity Screening
More research needed to assess benefits and harms of screening for impaired visual acuity in older adults
