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Bob DeMarco

posted 08/12/2008, comments (0)

Tell the next U.S. President to make Alzheimer's a priority

I received this email from the Alzheimer's Association. They are asking for our help with the next President. Please consider signing. On January 20, 2009 - just a little more than five months from now - a new President of the United States will take office.No matter who you want to win the election, as supporters of the Alzheimer's Association... Read more Chevron

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posted 08/11/2008, comments (0)

See Etanercept (Enbrel) in Action

I finally found a website that has a great demonstration of Etanercept in action. The site is called Medscape. It does require a registration. However, the process is easy and it is free. The page you will be visiting is easy to view and the videos are short and clear. The page also contains the case study. The case study is very... Read more Chevron

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Dorian Martin

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posted 08/08/2008, comments (0)

Put Your Best Foot Forward in Fighting Alzheimer's By Joining A Memory Walk Near You

It's beginning to be that time of year again - the fall is the chance to lace up your walking shoes and take a step in the right direction to stop Alzheimer's. The Alzheimer's Association's Memory Walk® is the nation's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer care, support and research - and it calls on volunteers of all ages... Read more Chevron

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posted 08/06/2008, comments (0)

Westchester County's Project Lifesaver --NY suburb gives GPS to Alzheimer's patients

Here is a program that I am happy to see. About 60 percent of those suffering from Alzheimer's wander. And now, this county is doing something about it by offering the bracelets free to local seniors with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia at the start of the program.I cannot imagine the fear that is felt when a loved one suddenly disappears... Read more Chevron

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posted 08/01/2008, comments (0)

Thyrotropin Levels in Women Increase Alzheimer's Risk

Women appear to have a higher risk of developing Alzheimer's disease as a result of high or low levels of thyrotropin. Thyrotropin is a hormone that affects both thyroid gland function and thyroid hormone levels. People with a clinically under active or overactive thyroid may mimic the symptoms of dementia. When treated these symptoms reverse... Read more Chevron

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