Alzheimer's disease is a progressive condition that destroys brain cells. It is the most common cause of dementia. People with this disease slowly lose the ability to learn, function, and remember.
EMPOWHER BACKGROUND INFORMATION ON ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE
Alzheimer's Disease Definition & Overview
EMPOWHER RECENT REPORTS
“New Research Identifies Alzheimer’s Risk Factor," October 7, 2010
“The Progression of Alzheimer’s Disease and Factors That Influence It," October 13, 2010
“How Does Alzheimer’s Disease Affect the Brain?," October 4, 2010
“Testing Cognition to Predict Alzheimer’s Disease," July 14 2010
“If It’s Not Alzheimer’s Disease or Parkinson’s Disease, It May be NPH," April 29 2010
NEWS ARTICLES
“Predicting Alzheimer’s Risk in Patients With Cognitive Problems," June 30 2010
“Experts Optimistic About Solving Puzzle of Alzheimer’s," June 30 2010
“Link Between Diabetes, Alzheimer’s Disease Strengthened," August 25 2010
TREATMENTS & PREVENTION
“The Different Treatment and Care Options for Alzheimer’s Diseases Patients," October 11 2010
“Do Cognitive Exercises Protect Against Alzheimer’s Disease?," October 6 2010
“Can Deep Brain Stimulation Help Alzheimer’s Disease Patients?," September 15 2010
“Alzheimer’s Patients Remember Better When You Put It to Music," May 14 2010
“Alzheimer’s Disease—Preventative Tips May Help Keep This Condition at Bay," February 22, 2010
PERSONAL EMPOWHER STORIES AND QUESTIONS ABOUT ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE
“ASK: How does Alzheimer’s disease affect the ear, nose and throat?" April 6, 2010
EMPOWHER VIDEOS
VIDEO: "Diagnosing Alzheimer’s Disease, How is This Accomplished?- Dr. Tariot," December 11, 2008
OTHER HELPFUL WEBSITES AND LINKS
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America