New research shows that type 2 diabetes doubles a person's risk of developing Alzheimer's disease later in life, making the prevention of diabetes even more significant.

Mar 6, 2009 - Victoria Anisman-Reiner

Amyloid protein, which accumulates in cells and disrupts critical cell functions, has been identified as a causative factor in both Alzheimer's disease and Down syndrome.

Jan 19, 2010 - Terrie Schultz

The third article in a series on dementia, this article continues to discuss the pathology and treatment of Alzheimer's disease.

Jan 28, 2011 - Rudy Hatfield

This article explains risk factors associated with the development of Alzheimer's Disease (AD) and how people can minimize the chance of getting dementia.

Jan 17, 2008 - Iona K Lister

According to the Alzheimer's Association's 2010 "Disease Facts and Figures" report, more than five million people in the US suffer from dementia.

Aug 14, 2010 - Mistie Shaw

Alzheimer's can destroy minds, so it terrorizes. But truth be known, AD is more shrouded in mysteries than anything else. Much remains to be learned.

Jan 25, 2011 - Harriet Tramer

Alzheimer's disease, a neurological illness that affects older adults, is the result of abnormal changes in brain tissue. Age and family history are risk factors.

Aug 3, 2006 - Jennifer Gerics

Alzheimer's Disease patients taking a new drug, Rember, experienced significant slowing of the disease's effects.

Aug 5, 2008 - Jerry Lopper

While some memory loss and mild cognitive impairment may be routine for the elderly, these symptoms might also indicate a more serious problem. Learn what can be done.

Aug 9, 2009 - Roxanne Blanford

Reducing the risk based on genetic predisposition, vascular and lifestyle factors may hold the key to successful prevention of progressive loss of memory and faculties.

Jul 16, 2008 - Sridhar Nadamuni

Dementia is a growing problem. Whilst the search is on for a drug cure there is much we can all do to lessen the risk of developing this condition.

Oct 31, 2007 - John Richard Roberts

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a devastating ailment affecting memory, learning, speech and eventually bodily control.

Nov 11, 2008 - Arlene Lengyel

Alzheimer's disease is a progressive disorder causing memory loss, disorientation, and death. Aluminum has been stated as a possible cause of Alzheimer's.

Sep 9, 2010 - Thomas Amos

Each diet sponsored by the Heart Associations not only failed to curb heart disease but also triggered other diseases. Becoming informed is the first step.

Jun 23, 2010 - Kathryn Picoulin

Middle-aged adults who smoke heavily may more than double their risk of developing Alzheimer's disease later in life, according to a new study.

Oct 26, 2010 - Karen Gaskell

Chemicals added to food are causing damage to brain cells on a daily basis. Long term exposure can affect memory and cognitive function permanently.

May 24, 2010 - Kathryn Picoulin

Maintaining a healthy diet and weight, staying mentally active, and being social are natural ways to prevent Alzheimer's disease.

Jul 24, 2010 - Brian D'Ambrosio

Depressed people who don't get treatment are at an increased risk for Alzheimer's Disease and obesity. Treating depression is crucial for good physical health!

Jul 1, 2009 - Laurie Pawlik-Kienlen

The article discusses how Alzheimer's disease is diagnosed, the symptoms and the treatment of the disease.

Mar 4, 2011 - Ann Bruce

Scientists think they have discovered a connection between Vitamin D and Alzheimer's. People with low levels of the vitamin might be more likely to get the disease.

Jan 8, 2009 - Scott Rupp