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Los Angeles Alzheimers Disease
Genes involved in mental illness and Alzheimer’s disease mapped in new study
brain disorders
April 27, 2012
UCLA researchers have collaborated with an international team of more than 200 scientists from 100 institutions to map human genes that impact the...
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UCLA seeking adults for memory loss study
memory loss
April 26, 2012
Although UCLA Health System is noted for its state-of-the art medical technology, researchers at the facility are also interested in complementary...
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New UCLA study on depression in seniors
depression
November 8, 2011
According to UCLA Health System, depression is one of the most common mental disorders in the elderly; however, little is known about the...
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Summer health: Is there a link between gum inflammation and Alzheimer's Disease?
Health & Fitness
August 5, 2010
"The research suggests that cognitively normal subjects with periodontal inflammation are at an increased risk of lower cognitive function...
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The Difference Between Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia
Health & Fitness
June 23, 2010
Alzheimer’s disease is an irreversible, progressive brain disease that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills, and eventually even the...
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Is There A Link Between Muscle Strength And Alzheimer's Disease?
Health & Fitness
June 23, 2010
Researchers believe there might be a link between the lack of muscle strength and the development of Alzheimer's Disease. Loss of muscle vitality...
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Can Alzheimer's Risk Be Identified With A Blood Test?
Health & Fitness
June 20, 2010
Evidence suggests that Alzheimer's risk in women can be identified with blood tests.A thesis from the Sahlgrenska Academy at the University of...
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Caregiving 101 Dementia is not just memory loss
Health & Fitness
November 27, 2009
People die from Dementia. Surprised by this? You are not alone. A recent article in Time magazine addresses one of the most significant myths of...
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Caregiving 101: Managing incontinence at home
Health & Fitness
August 22, 2009
It is possible to continue to provide care at home when the person you care for becomes incontinent. There are a number of products that make this...
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Caregiving 101: Understanding incontinence supplies
Health & Fitness
August 12, 2009
If you care for someone who is experiencing incontinence issues, you are likely overwhelmed each time you walk down the aisle of incontinence...
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