Alzheimer's

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Extra virgin olive oil could help prevent dementia, Temple researchers find

Adjusting memory test may better detect Alzheimer's disease in women, study says

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Chair yoga could improve quality of life for dementia patients

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Penn receives $18M to study connections between Parkinson's, Alzheimer's and dementia

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Penn researcher behind Alzheimer's discoveries wins $3 million prize

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Eye tracking tests could be a predictive tool for Alzheimer's disease

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A high-fat diet during pregnancy may prevent Alzheimer's disease in children

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'Striking' discovery gives hope for future drugs to prevent Alzheimer's

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Blood tests for Alzheimer’s: Two experts on why new studies are encouraging

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Scientists are closing in on a blood test screening for Alzheimer's disease

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Caregiver depression linked to more ER visits for patients with dementia

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Antidepressants among common medications tied to increased dementia risk

Antidepressants among common drugs linked to dementia

New research suggests promising Alzheimer's treatment in blood pressure medication

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WHO releases new guidelines for reducing dementia risk

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Newly-recognized brain disorder mimics Alzheimer's disease

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No cure for Alzheimer's disease in my lifetime

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Brain stimulation may reverse seniors' memory loss, study finds

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Memory-boosting electrical jolts could one day help treat dementia, Alzheimer's

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Alzheimer's disease risk linked to health of extended family members

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Study examining fitness tracker data links activity in older adults to lower dementia risk

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New study suggests Alzheimer's disease develops differently in African-Americans

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Two major things you can do to lower your risk of developing Alzheimer's disease

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Penn Medicine doctor's 5K raises thousands each year to benefit Alzheimer's research

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Excessive sleepiness during the day could be a warning sign of Alzheimer's

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Genetic testing: Should I get tested for Alzheimer's risk?

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How soon is soon enough to learn you have Alzheimer’s?

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Risk of developing Alzheimer's disease tied to liver, study finds

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Hormones may increase women's risk of Alzheimer's disease

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Medical Schools

Temple medical school announces creation of new Alzheimer's Center

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Canola oil may worsen Alzheimer's disease, Temple researchers say

Can memory loss be cured? Penn researchers' brain map has some answers

Rutgers study suggests health benefits of dreaming in your sleep

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