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Bob DeMarco

posted 10/16/2008, comment (1)

No Ordinary Joe Smith

Thanks to Joe Smith, his project Alzheimer's Disease: Early Detection Matters, and the enthusiastic support of voters, the Alzheimer's Association will receive $1.5 million from American Express to begin an education campaign emphasizing the importance of early detection among physicians and the general public.Congratulations Joe Smith!I can... Read more Chevron

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Bob DeMarco

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posted 10/09/2008, comments (0)

Husband Seeks Votes for 'Alzheimer's Disease: Early Detection Matters' Project

Please take the time to vote.The "Alzheimer's Disease:Early Detection Matters" campaign has been selected as one of the top five campaigns in the Members Project from American Express, which will award $1.5 million to the program that receives the most votes through Monday, October 13. The submitter, Jay Smith, whose wife has early onset... Read more Chevron

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posted 10/07/2008, comments (0)

People with Down's Syndrome at Higher Risk of Alzheimer's Disease

It was only recognized comparatively recently that older people with Down's syndrome (DS) are at greater risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. There are over 350,000 people in the USA who have been diagnosed with this syndrome. It is a genetic disorder in which a chromosome, known as trisomy 21, is abnormal. The main... Read more Chevron

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posted 10/02/2008, comment (1)

Alzheimer's Disease Needs Worldwide Collaboration

Alzheimer’s disease is a huge health issue—bigger than any of us, bigger than just for those in the United States to tackle. It is clearly a universal crisis and one that needs to be addressed by all nations of the world. With 26 million people worldwide currently living with Alzheimer’s disease and the incidence... Read more Chevron

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Bob DeMarco

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posted 09/30/2008, comment (1)

See the Signs of Alzheimer's-- Free Guide Available

This free guide is an excellent resource and should be especially interesting to baby boomers. The guide includes: information about Alzheimer's disease, information about a prescription treatment option, a doctor discussion guide, and caregiving tips. While you are on the website obtaining this free resource guide you can also select an option... Read more Chevron

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