MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'alzheimers association'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:29:13 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3533973&cid=t_113569_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2FEMVgEyM-q80%2F We are honored to count on such a distinguished, interdisciplinary and forward-looking Innovation Awards Judging Panel (please judge for yourself!), thanks to the participation of: Baba Shiv, Professor at Stanford Business School, conducts research on consumer decision making and decision neuroscience, with specific emphasis on the neurological underpinnings of emotion and motivation in decision making. His recent work examines the potential for nonconscious placebo effects related to pricing. He is currently the editor of the Journal of Consumer Research and sits on the editorial board of the Journal of Consumer Psychology and the Journal of Marketing Research. Bill Tucker, Managing Director at Education Sector, is a social entrepreneur who has founded and led both nonprofit organizations... SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3533973 Wed, 05 May 2010 04:59:21 +0100 3533973 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3119046&cid=t_113569_137_f&fid=35426&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTheAlzheimersReadingRoom%2F%7E3%2F9IBEkYH1WX4%2Fmy-dad-missing-and-found.html We learned later that my father had become disoriented and lost. He did not have a cell phone, remember the name of the hotel where he and my mother were staying, remember my mother’s cell phone number...he was unable to ask for help..... By Donna Giovannetti My father went missing in Maryland. My mother was attending a conference at Fort Meade, Maryland and my father was supposed to pick her up at 4 p.m. By 5 p.m. he still had not arrived. My mother reported him missing to the Fort Meade police department and called me at my home in Lubbock, Texas. Thus began some of the most terrible hours of my life. My husband Robert called Lori Gillen (a friend of his), the executive director of the Alzheimer’s Association in Lubbock. She told him about the Medicalert Safe Return program (of l... Alzheimer's Reading Room, The blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3119046 Thu, 24 Dec 2009 16:39:30 +0100 3119046 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2890783&cid=t_113569_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2FqsGYQ0uSV5g%2F In the midst of much healthcare reform talk, not enough attention seems focused on ensuring healthcare systems’ preparedness to deal with cognitive health issues -with Alzheimer’s Disease as the most dramatic example- which are predicted to grow given aging population trends. Today is World Alzheimer’s Day, and the USA Today comments on a new report that makes stark predictions: Global Alzheimer’s cases expected to rise sharply (USA Today) - “The 2009 World Alzheimer’s Report, released today, estimates 35 million people worldwide are living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. The figure is a 10% increase over 2005 numbers.” - “The number of people affected by Alzheimer’s is growing at a rapid rate, and the increasing per... SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2890783 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 13:48:39 +0100 2890783 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2814561&cid=t_113569_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2FqsGYQ0uSV5g%2F In the midst of much healthcare reform talk, not enough attention seems focused on ensuring healthcare systems' preparedness to deal with cognitive health issues -with Alzheimer's Disease as the most dramatic example- which are predicted to grow given aging population trends. Today is World Alzheimer's Day, and the USA Today comments on a new report that makes stark predictions: Global Alzheimer's cases expected to rise sharply (USA Today) - "The 2009 World Alzheimer's Report, released today, estimates 35 million people worldwide are living with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. The figure is a 10% increase over 2005 numbers." - "The number of people affected by Alzheimer's is growing at a rapid rate, and the increasing personal costs will have significant impact on t... SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2814561 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 13:48:39 +0100 2814561 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2511974&cid=t_113569_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2FUYUQquNqJ8Y%2F Discussion Guide Alzheimers Association, book club, Brain Fitness, brain fitness guide, Club One, Elizabeth Edgerly, fitness centers, kindle, kindle edition, mental exercise, Physical Exercise, Robin Klaus, stay sharp, Twitter (Source: SharpBrains) SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2511974 Wed, 24 Jun 2009 04:34:39 +0100 2511974 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2034175&cid=t_113569_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2F481061535%2F The Alzheimer's Foundation of America just released a thoughtful report advocating for widespread cognitive screenings after the age of 65 (55 given the right conditions). According to the press release, - "The report shatters unsubstantiated criticism and instead emphasizes the safety and cost-effectiveness of these tools and calls on Congress to develop a national dementia screening policy." - “Lifting the barriers to early detection is long overdue,” Hall said. “Conversations about brain health are not taking place. We must educate and empower consumers to talk openly about memory concerns, particularly with primary care providers, so they get the attention and quality of life they deserve.” - "Demand for screenings is evidenced by the success of AFA’s recent si... SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2034175 Wed, 10 Dec 2008 23:13:32 +0100 2034175 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1826754&cid=t_113569_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2F402296770%2F Brain-fitness plan can improve memory (Sydney Morning Herald), reports on the recent endorsement of Posit Science's programs (Posit Science Program Classic, focused on auditory processing training, and Posit Science Cortex™ with InSight™, on visual processing). Quotes: - "While the group says it has concerns about endorsing a commercial product selling for almost $400, it is confident the benefits to the community will be wide-ranging." - "Likely purchasers of the program include nursing homes, libraries and telecentres and groups supporting and servicing dementia sufferers." - "This is core business for us ... one of our clear strategic objectives is to assist the community to reduce the risk of developing dementia," Alzheimer's Australia strategic direct... SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1826754 Wed, 24 Sep 2008 18:47:49 +0100 1826754 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1478282&cid=t_113569_158_f&fid=36018&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcaregiversbeacon.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F05%2Finspiration-and-comfort-spiritual.html Sheryl Karas, M.A., whose background includes being an Alzheimers Association Coordinator and Support Group Leader, brings a spiritual perspective to caregiving in her book "The Spiritual Journey of Family Caregiving". While working for the Alzheimer's Association and the Del Mar Caregiver Resource Center she noticed how "as the caregivers became more esconced in their caregiving roles inevitably emotional and spiritual issues would become their primary concerns." Sheryl addressed these concerns in a monthly newsletter she wrote for the Del Mar Caregiver Resource Center. These newsletters became her book "The Spiritual Journey of Family Caregiving."Sheryl's goal is for the book to provide non-denominational inspiration, comfort and information for caregivers. Springing from the original ne... The Caregiver's Beacon - Resources, Links, Ideas, News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1478282 Thu, 29 May 2008 16:39:00 +0100 1478282 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1434693&cid=t_113569_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2F287836973%2F We recently prepared a Directory of Web Sites as part of our  Resources section. You will find some gems here, in a variety of areas: >> The Dana Foundation offers several excellent online resources: - Brainy Kids Online offers children, teens, parents and teachers links to games, labs, education resources and lesson plans. - BrainWeb: general information about the brain and current brain research, as well as links to validated sites related to more than 25 brain disorders. - Brain Resources for Seniors provides older adults and their caretakers with links to sites related to brain health, education and general information. >> PBS's The Secret Life of the Brain: fun website including a history of the brain, anatomy, illusions, brain scanning, and development from child through adulthood.... SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1434693 Sun, 11 May 2008 03:06:49 +0100 1434693 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1423762&cid=t_113569_158_f&fid=36018&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcaregiversbeacon.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F05%2Ften-tips-to-create-quality-of-life-for.html Ten tips for creating the best quality of life for your loved one who has Alzheimer's are offered below. Not only can these tips help an Alzheimer's sufferer to have a better day, but it will help you, as the caregiver, to enjoy your day too.1. ROUTINE. Establish a regular routine so a daily schedule is followed. If meals, bedtime, and exercising are at regular times confusion and frustration will be decreased.2. PAIN CONTROL. Alzheimer's sufferers may not be able to communicate or verbalize when they are in pain. Chronic arthritis and other sources of pain need to be addressed by treatment from a medical doctor.3. MEALS THAT APPEAL. Knowing the foods and cooking styles that the person always enjoyed will help the caregiver prepare favorite foods that will be willingly consumed as well as ... The Caregiver's Beacon - Resources, Links, Ideas, News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1423762 Tue, 06 May 2008 18:45:00 +0100 1423762 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1367154&cid=t_113569_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2F268131761%2F This study challenges the theory that depression and dementia are caused by another factor. It therefore adds weight to, but does not prove, the theory that depression is a risk factor for dementia. However, this study has shortcomings, and further research that is free of these should provide a clearer picture. Until more is known, depression sufferers should not be overly worried that they will develop dementia." Comment: I guess that last sentence offers good news...   aging brain, Alzheimers Association, Alzheimers Tests, baby boomers, Baycrest, Brain games, Brain Training, brain training game, Casual Games, Centre for Brain Fitness, cognitive ability, cognitive deficits, Cognitive tests, Depression and Alzheimers, executive skills, fit brains, High blood pressure, Humana, life... SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1367154 Fri, 11 Apr 2008 17:37:51 +0100 1367154 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1365102&cid=t_113569_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2F268131761%2F This study challenges the theory that depression and dementia are caused by another factor. It therefore adds weight to, but does not prove, the theory that depression is a risk factor for dementia. However, this study has shortcomings, and further research that is free of these should provide a clearer picture. Until more is known, depression sufferers should not be overly worried that they will develop dementia." Comment: I guess that last sentence offers good news...   aging brain, Alzheimers Association, Alzheimers Tests, baby boomers, Brain games, Brain Training, brain training game, Casual Games, cognitive ability, cognitive deficits, Cognitive tests, Depression and Alzheimers, executive skills, fit brains, High blood pressure, Humana, lifestyle, Medicaid, Medicare, memory cl... SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1365102 Fri, 11 Apr 2008 04:31:36 +0100 1365102 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1266822&cid=t_113569_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2F243138847%2F Several recent news (including video of our recent panel discussion): 1) Study Finds Improved Cognitive Health among Older Americans (Journal of the Alzheimer's Association) - "Societal investment in building and maintaining cognitive reserve through formal education in childhood and continued cognitive stimulation during work and leisure in adulthood may help limit the burden of dementia among the growing number of older adults worldwide". - "Cognitive impairment dropped from 12.2 percent in 1993 to 8.7 percent in 2002 among people 70 and older."  - "Education and financial status appeared overall to protect against developing cognitive impairment." - "Further, they suggested, the results support the notion of cognitive reserve, which hypothesizes that... SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1266822 Fri, 29 Feb 2008 06:05:14 +0100 1266822 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1235031&cid=t_113569_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2F235601555%2F A spate of recent news coverage on brain fitness and "brain training" reflects a growing interest in natural, non-drug-based interventions to keep our brains sharp as we age. This interest is very timely, given the aging population, increasing Alzheimer's rates, and soaring health care costs that place more emphasis than ever on prevention and changing lifestyle. This past Tuesday, the MIT Club of Northern California, the American Society on Aging, and SmartSilvers sponsored an event on The Emerging Brain Fitness Software Market: Building Better Brains to explore the realities and myths of this growing field. The panel was moderated by Zack Lynch, Executive Director of the Neurotechnology Industry Organization, and composed of a venture capitalist and 3 CEOs of program developers... SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1235031 Fri, 15 Feb 2008 21:10:57 +0100 1235031 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1121864&cid=t_113569_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2F208234794%2F Roundup of several insightful articles and recent research: Fish Oil May Help Prevent Alzheimer's (Washington Post) - "The omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil might play an important role in preventing Alzheimer's disease, according to a research team at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)." - "Publishing in the Dec. 26 issue of the Journal of Neuroscience, the scientists demonstrated that the omega-3 fatty acid docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) increases the production of LR11, a protein that is found at reduced levels in Alzheimer's patients. LR11 is known to destroy the protein that forms the plaques associated with the disease, the researchers explained."  - "Alzheimer's is a debilitating neurodegenerative disease that causes memory loss, dementia, pe... SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1121864 Sat, 29 Dec 2007 23:37:17 +0100 1121864 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1115370&cid=t_113569_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F206034564%2F Earlier this month the Harrah’s Foundation donated $1 million to the Alzheimer’s Association. Harrah’s Foundation was the primary sponsor of World Alzheimer’s Day (Sept. 21), offering a $1 million matching grant to assist in raising awareness and funds to fight Alzheimer’s disease. The Association’s World Alzheimer’s Day efforts raised $1.8 million, with the Harrah’s Foundation’s generous donation bringing the total to $2.8 million. (ref) Share This (Source: Alzheimer's Notes) Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1115370 Tue, 25 Dec 2007 11:18:46 +0100 1115370 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1049062&cid=t_113569_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F190380333%2F The Alzheimer’s Association has created a comprehensive portfolio of educational tools for Latinos who are considered to be one of the fastest growing populations in the United States with the disease. There are currently around 200,000 Latinos in America with the disease and it’s expected that this could increase to around 1.3 million by the year 2050. Latinos apparently have a higher incidence of diabetes (64% higher than non-Hispanic white Americans), cardiovascular disease, elevated cholesterol, and hypertension - all factors that increase the risk for Alzheimer’s Disease. To help provide information for the Latino community, the Alzheimer’s Association has the following tools in Spanish… ¿Qué es la enfermedad de Alzheimer? (What is Alzheimer’s) ... Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1049062 Sun, 25 Nov 2007 20:59:50 +0100 1049062 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1017713&cid=t_113569_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F182450057%2F Want to know more about the history of Alzheimer’s Disease ? Then check out this site. Everything you want to know about the history of Alzheimer’s Disease can be found at Michigan State University’s Kalamazoo Center for Medical Studies History of Alzheimer’s Disease website. They have put together an innovative course that provides historic context to the modern practice of medicine. The aim is to help students understand how Alzheimer’s disease was perceived, experienced, and treated throughout history. The site features an Alzheimer’s Disease timeline that leds on to indepth information. Here you can learn more about Dr Alois Alzheimer or examine the medical records of Auguste D who is known as historically as the first patient to be diagnosed with Alzhei... Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1017713 Sat, 10 Nov 2007 00:20:54 +0100 1017713 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1001829&cid=t_113569_158_f&fid=36018&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcaregiversbeacon.blogspot.com%2F2007%2F11%2Fnational-alzheimers-disease-awareness.html This month is National Alzheimer's Awareness Month and the Alzheimer's Foundation of America has some special events planned. On November 8, 2007 there will be The National Commemorative Candle Lighting, for lighting a "Candle of Care." The following week, on November 13, 2007 is National Memory Screening Day.At the website for the Alzheimer's Foundation of America you can find information about joining the Dementia Care Professionals of America, educational tools, and a wealth of information.The Alzheimer's Foundation of American Quilt to Remember is a project that includes quilt panels made by contributors. Each panel tells a special story about someone whose life was touched in some way by Alzheimer's.At The National Alzheimer's Association you can find steps to take to increase Alzheim... The Caregiver's Beacon - Resources, Links, Ideas, News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1001829 Fri, 02 Nov 2007 23:40:00 +0100 1001829 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=996577&cid=t_113569_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F178115527%2F The headline screams ‘1 in 7 Americans Over 70 Has Alzheimer’s Disease’. Based on a study conducted in 2002 (University of Michigan Institute for Social Research (ISR) and Duke University Medical Center), the article goes on to say “…about 2.4 million of those with dementia, or 9.7 percent of the population age 71 and older, were found to have Alzheimer’s disease, the most common cause of dementia” Another headline, this time from the Alzheimer’s Association, reports that ‘Every 72 seconds someone in America develops Alzheimer’s.’. A 30 page pdf file, this comprehensive report is a statistical abstract of U.S. data on Alzheimer’s disease published by the Alzheimer’s Association. It makes for uncomfortable readin... Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=996577 Thu, 01 Nov 2007 07:58:31 +0100 996577 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=962609&cid=t_113569_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F171951972%2F There’s a great article ‘Holiday Gifts That Help Fight Alzheimer’s Disease’ over at Yahoo! Finance that looks at how you can buy gifts and also donate money to the Alzheimer’s Association at the same time. For example, buying someone a SanDisk Flash Memory Card or Cruzer Mirco 2 GB USB Flash Drive will guarantee a $1 donation to the Alzheimer’s Association. It might not seem like much but every dollar counts… Check out the article for other great gift suggestions that will also allow you to donate to the cause. Share This (Source: Alzheimer's Notes) Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=962609 Fri, 19 Oct 2007 07:16:29 +0100 962609 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=903469&cid=t_113569_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F161079019%2F Want to raise money for Alzheimer’s ? Keen to get your workplace and colleagues involved? Want to keep fit at the same time ? Then check out the Alzheimer’s Associations Memory Walks. Here’s a Corporate Recruitment video to show your boss and co-workers… Share This (Source: Alzheimer's Notes) Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=903469 Tue, 25 Sep 2007 13:56:34 +0100 903469 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=883787&cid=t_113569_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F158543750%2F The Coffee Break is a major fundraising event by the Canadian Alzheimer Society. Throughout Canada, people gather to raise funds for local Alzheimer’s programs by hosting Coffee Breaks where participants make a donation in exchange for a cup of coffee. Last year’s Coffee Break, launched on World Alzheimer’s Day (September 21, 2006) raised $1,132,400 which has been used to provide critical programs and services for those suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. This year’s Coffee Break will be held tomorrow all around Canada. Share This (Source: Alzheimer's Notes) Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=883787 Wed, 19 Sep 2007 13:31:14 +0100 883787 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=868273&cid=t_113569_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F155950399%2F An informational video from the Alzheimer’s Association … Share This (Source: Alzheimer's Notes) Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=868273 Thu, 13 Sep 2007 13:15:50 +0100 868273 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=799301&cid=t_113569_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F144200561%2F Most of us look forward to travel. We research, plan, and organize the where, what, and how with great enthusiasm. Going somewhere new, exotic, and unfamiliar is seen as a fun adventure. But for those with Alzheimer’s Disease, the adventure is often not fun. Being in unfamiliar surroundings with unfamiliar people can cause increased stress on those who rely on familiar environmental cues to maintain their reality and equilibrium. Travel is not out of the question for someone with Alzheimer’s Disease. It’s just that extra planning is needed to help anticipate problems and situations that might cause distress. Here are some things to consider when traveling with someone with Alzheimer’s Disease. In the car Never leave someone with Alzheimer’s Disease alone in t... Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=799301 Tue, 14 Aug 2007 23:41:24 +0100 799301 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=776175&cid=t_113569_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F140233608%2F Created by The Alzheimer’s Society, the short film ‘About My Grandfather…About My Grandmother’ features the children from two different families discussing what it’s like to have a grandparent with Alzheimer’s Disease. Share This (Source: Alzheimer's Notes) Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=776175 Fri, 03 Aug 2007 08:32:13 +0100 776175 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=764782&cid=t_113569_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F138391059%2F From the SunTimes News: “WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Kit Bond today announced that the Alzheimer’s Breakthrough Act of 2007 (S. 898) passed the full Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee. Bond co-sponsored the comprehensive legislation with Senator Barbara Mikulski (D-MD) to increase federal resources to fight Alzheimer’s disease.” Full text of the legislation can be here. Further Reading: Alzheimer’s Association statement on the Alzheimer’s Breakthrough Act Mikulski Introduces Comprehensive Alzheimer’s Breakthrough Legislation Senator Clinton Welcomes Key Senate Committee Approval of the Alzheimer’s Breakthrough Act of 2007 Share This (Source: Alzheimer's Notes) Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=764782 Sun, 29 Jul 2007 00:57:03 +0100 764782 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=723292&cid=t_113569_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F132111520%2F The Royal Canadian Mint (RCM) is selling a 2007 50-cent Sterling Silver Golden Forget-Me-Not collector coin in recognition of those touched with Alzheimer’s Disease. Working in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada, the RCM will donate $1 from every coin sold to the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada to help support the Society’s Research Program. The coin is selling for $38.95 Canadian and can be purchased here. Share This (Source: Alzheimer's Notes) Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=723292 Mon, 09 Jul 2007 23:49:52 +0100 723292 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=707400&cid=t_113569_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F129405642%2F Here’s a great educational video for anyone who wants to learn the basics of Alzheimer’s disease. Presented by Dr Gus Alva, Medical Director of ATP Clinical Research, the video covers topics such as what are the symptoms, identifying the stages, risk factors, and explanations of what happens to the brain of an Alzheimer’s sufferer. VideoJug: Alzheimer’s Disease Share This (Source: Alzheimer's Notes) Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=707400 Sun, 01 Jul 2007 05:45:18 +0100 707400 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=651308&cid=t_113569_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F120985164%2F The Alzheimer’s Association’s web site, www.alz.org, has been awarded one of th sixe 2007 Caregiver Friendly Awards by Today’s Caregiver magazine. These awards recognize outstanding books, media, products, and services that have been created with the needs of caregivers in mind. Check out the other recipients of the award here… Share This (Source: Alzheimer's Notes) Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=651308 Thu, 31 May 2007 05:31:04 +0100 651308 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=645348&cid=t_113569_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F120693600%2F The Alzheimer’s Award has been around for the past seven years. Each year the associate editors of the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease have chosen the best article from the previous year and presented the author (s) with the Alzheimer’s Award. This award comprises of the Alzheimer’s medal, a 3 inch bronze medal with the likeness of Alois Alzheimer, a US $5000 cash prize, and of course, recognitiion of their research. This year’s recipient is Jing Zhang, M.D., Ph.D., in recognition of his outstanding work, ‘Detection of Biomarkers with a Multiplex Quantitative Proteomi Platform in Cerebrospinal Fluid of Patients with Neurodegenerative Disorders.” by Fadi Abdi, Joseph F. Quinn, Joseph Jankovic, Martin McIntosh, James B. Leverenz, Elaine Peskind, Randy... Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=645348 Wed, 30 May 2007 05:24:29 +0100 645348 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=558029&cid=t_113569_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F110795266%2F Look out for the Alzheimer’s Associations provocative ads in leading national magazines such as Time, Ebony, Prevention, and O and online sites such as CNN, MSNBC, and AOL. Part of the recently launched Champions Campaign, these ads depict images representing the struggle that people with Alzheimer’s and their families and caregivers experience as the disease progresses. The print images are strong and to the point. Created by TG Madison of Atlanta, each ad features a sepia photograph with writing superimposed. One ad features a man holding his chin with the words “Someone suffering from Alzheimer’s will lose the ability to form thoughts, remember simple words and ultimately communicate. You can be their voice. Alzheimer’s is the seventh leading cause of death... Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=558029 Sat, 21 Apr 2007 07:38:12 +0100 558029 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=553965&cid=t_113569_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F110205261%2F Alzheimer’s Association has launched the Champions Campaign in an effort to make the issues of Alzheimer’s disease more visible. Their goal is to enlist 5 million champions to take action in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease. Celebrities such as David Hyde Pearce, Olympia Dukakis, and Rikki Lake have already enrolled. Why don’t you? It’s as simple as signing up here… The campaign is three fold: It focuses on getting people to voice their opinion by writing to Congress and telling their story. It asks for people to open their eyes to what Alzheimer’s disease. And it invites people to be active in moving toward a cure by donating time and money. (Source: Alzheimer's Notes) Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=553965 Thu, 19 Apr 2007 01:31:41 +0100 553965 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=584084&cid=t_113569_87_f&fid=35060&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthnewsblog.com%2Fcgi-bin%2Fhnblog.pl%3Fhnblog%3D320071 ABC News reports that a new report from the Alzheimer's Association says 5 million Americans are suffering from Alzheimer's. That number is expected to climb to 7.7 million by 2030 and 16 million by 2050. More than 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease, a 10 percent increase since the last Alzheimer's Association estimate five years ago and a count that supports the long-forecast dementia epidemic as the population grays. Age is the biggest risk factor, and the report to be released Tuesday shows the nation is on track for skyrocketing Alzheimer's once the baby boomers start turning 65 in 2011. Already, one in eight people 65 and older have the mind-destroying illness, and nearly one in two people over 85. Unless scientists discover a way to delay Alzheimer's brain at... HealthNewsBlog.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=584084 Tue, 20 Mar 2007 23:00:00 +0100 584084