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The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected

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Research in Dietary Association of 10 Nutrients to Alzheimer’s Results in A Clear Winner: Omega-3 - seattlepi.com

seattlepi.com — “A newly published study Investigating associations between 10 nutrients and cognition, more specifically nutrients with either anti-inflammatory, pro-inflammatory, anti-oxidant or methyl donor properties, found only higher dietary intake of one nutrient, Omega-3, had the strongest association with lower levels of the proteins Abeta 40-42, two proteins with key roles in Alzheimer’s and cognitive decline. Agreeing with this study, Nutri-Med Logic Corp adds, while many studies have suggested a protView full resource at seattlepi.com

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Purpose In Life May Protect Against Harmful Changes In The Brain Associated With Alzheimer's Disease

medicalnewstoday.com — “Greater purpose in life may help stave off the harmful effects of plaques and tangles associated with Alzheimer's disease, according to a new study by researchers at Rush University Medical CenterView full resource at medicalnewstoday.com

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Nutrition: More Omega-3, Less of a Suspect Protein - NYTimes.com

well.blogs.nytimes.com — “A study shows consumption of omega-3 fatty acids is associated with lower blood levels of beta-amyloid protein, a possible indication of increased risk for Alzheimer's disease. Read more...View full resource at well.blogs.nytimes.com

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Washington University Researcher Awarded $130,000 Alzheimer’s Research Grant

newswise.com — “The American Brain Foundation (formerly the American Academy of Neurology Foundation) and the Alzheimer’s Association are awarding their 2012 Robert Katzman Clinical Research Training Fellowship in Alzheimer’s Disease to Suzanne Elizabeth Schindler, MD, PhD. Schindler, a resident physician in neurology at Washington University School of Medicine, is receiving the fellowship for her research studying the accumulation and spread of a brain protein that is involved in numerous brain diseases, incluView full resource at newswise.com

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Eating fish, chicken, nuts may lower risk of Alzheimer's disease

sciencedaily.com — “A new study suggests that eating foods that contain omega-3 fatty acids, such as fish, chicken, salad dressing and nuts, may be associated with lower blood levels of a protein related to Alzheimer's disease and memory problems.View full resource at sciencedaily.com

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Physical Activity in Elders and Alzheimer Risk - Journal Watch Neurology

neurology.jwatch.org — “Daily physical activity is associated with reduced risk for Alzheimer disease (AD) among elders, a new study shows. Roughly 700 adults (average age, 82) free of dementia wore actigraphs on their wrists 24 hours a . . .View full resource at neurology.jwatch.org

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Vitamin D and Curcumin Help Clear Alzheimer’s Plaque | Health and Wellness News

wellnessresources.com — “The excess accumulation of amyloid beta plaque is the hallmark of cognitive decline as well as Alzheimer’s disease. A new study shows that immune cells responsible for taking out the trash are at least partly to blame. Apparently they have a rather temperamental union and tend to go on strike when there is too much work to do. It appears that vitamin D and curcumin can snap them back in to working condition.View full resource at wellnessresources.com

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Washington University Researcher Awarded $130,000 Alzheimer’s Research Grant -- American Academy of Neurology

aan.com — “The American Brain Foundation (formerly the American Academy of Neurology Foundation) and the Alzheimer’s Association are awarding their 2012 Robert Katzman Clinical Research Training Fellowship in Alzheimer’s Disease to Suzanne Elizabeth Schindler, MD, PhD. Schindler, a resident physician in neurology at Washington University School of Medicine, is receiving the fellowship for her research studying the accumulation and spread of a brain protein that is involved in numerous brain diseases, incluView full resource at aan.com

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nytimes.com — “A residential complex in the Netherlands that tries to help dementia patients continue to lead a normal life has received attention as a model.View full resource at nytimes.com

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New type of "nursing home" for #Alzheimers patients comes with heavy price tag but allows them independence. #psych http://t.co/SP7QTt5q

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Activities of Advocacy Forum, Robert Egge, Alzheimer's Association VP of Public Policy. - YouTube

youtube.com — “Hear about the exciting activities of the Advocacy Forum from Robert Egge, Alzheimer's Association Vice President of Public Policy.View full resource at youtube.com

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It's been an amazing day at #alzforum. Watch highlights & learn about the Hill visits taking place tomorrow: http://t.co/ZAD1KAUQ

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