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Health
Diseases
Alzheimer's
Disease
Little
is known about the causes
of Alzheimer's disease.
It seems
to have a hereditary component, but not in all cases.
Research
in genetics and with new drugs are making exciting discoveries that may shed some light on what
goes wrong. Tests to diagnose Alzhemer's are picking up the symptoms earlier and treatments are being developed that may end the brain damage done by this little understood illness.
Until then, families cope
with the disease ...
These sites offer help
through online support, facts & information, and the progress
shown in recent studies holding out new hope for battling
the disease ...
Alzheimer Association - This site is for patients,
caregivers and families. Resources include registration for
the 'Safe Return' program, links in many languages and an
online information and support community with a 24 hour hotline.
ADEAR
- Alzheimer's Disease Education & Referral Center
- US government sponsored site with good information, a telephone
support line and lots of free resources. Videos and other
information can be requested online.
Alzheimer
Europe - Site focuses on EU Alzheimer's issues. Other
forms of dementia that may be confused with Alzheimer's are
discussed. German version is available.
The
Ribbon - Caregivers can find themselves feeling lost
and hopeless when dealing with the emotional effects of Alzheimer's.
The Ribbon is a space where sharing is made easy through a
chat room and forum. Real support and information in a well
designed format make this newsletter/online support site a
welcome resource.
Alzforum:
Alzheimer Research Forum - This site is geared to
researchers so if you're not familiar with chemokine receptors
and prions, it may not be for you. It does present the latest
thinking about the causes and treatments of this disease.
Alzheimer's
Disease News Headlines - Updated news stories from
the international media.
also
see in Diseases -> Dementia
also
see features -> Reviewing
Alzheimer's Disease Treatments
Amyloid
Plaques in Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's
& Diet
This
information is intended as reference and not as medical advice.
All treatment decisions should be made in consultation with
medical professionals.
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