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Finding A Cure For Alzheimer's

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Alzheimer's Association Helps Caregivers (WEEK-TV Peoria)

Tuesday Nov 24 2009

If you have a loved one who has dementia of Alzheimer's disease then you know how difficult it can be for them to tell you how they feel or if they're in pain. Read on

Alzheimer's living facility coming to MQT (WLUC Marquette)

Monday Nov 23 2009

Eight thousand people in the Upper Peninsula suffer from Alzheimer's and dementia, so Brookridge Heights Assisted Living in Marquette is adding on to help those people and their families. Read on

Alzheimer's expert joins UF faculty (The Gainesville Sun)

Tuesday Nov 24 2009

By Diane Chun Staff writer A leading researcher in the field of drug discovery and Alzheimer's disease has joined the faculty of the University of Florida College of Medicine. Read on

Video: Tips for Caregivers and a New Therapy Offers Hope in the Fight Against Alzheimer's (redOrbit)

Tuesday Nov 24 2009

Early diagnosis: Know the signs of Alzheimer's disease and encourage family or friends to get tested if you notice symptoms. For more information on the warning signs of Alzheimer's, visit the... Read on

Drugs may help improve early Alzheimer's symptoms (KIVI Boise)

Tuesday Nov 24 2009

While there is no cure for Alzheimer's there are several drugs on the market that can ease symptoms or slow disease progression. There are also a number of lifestyle changes that can promote healthy... Read on

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Videos (6)

Alzheimer's Association Education Video

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The Alzheimer's Foundation of America - Caring for the Nation

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Understanding Alzheimer's Disease (Alzheimers #1)

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Medical Team Posted Jul 13 2009

Very helpful videos!

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Med RX Posted Jul 13 2009

As many as 5.3 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease...How crazy is that??

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AlzheimerTeam .. Posted Jul 13 2009

Alzheimer is a tough disease for not only patients but also their families. Hope my article here (http://www.wellsphere.com/alzheimer-s-dementia-article/preparing-for-the-role-of-caregiver/79436) will help those whose family memebers have Alzheimer's disease.

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Alzheimer's Association

Alzheimer's Association

The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support and research. Our mission is to To eliminate... Learn more

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Alzheimer's Foundation of America

Alzheimer's Foundation of America

AFA unites more than 950 member organizations from coast-to-coast that are dedicated to meeting the educational, social, emotional and practical... Learn more

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Alzheimer's CURE Foundation, Inc.

Alzheimer's CURE Foundation, Inc.

The Alzheimer's CURE Foundation, Inc. is a history-making and unique, public, 501 (c) (3), non profit organization based in Providence, RI. Our... Learn more

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DementiaCare Foundation

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