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July 28th, 2008Alzheimer’s strains home and family (Baltimore Sun) Kathleen Kovacsi was only 57, but she had advanced Alzheimer’s disease and died after wandering away from home. Her story illustrates the challenges facing families that try to take care of their loved ones without outside help — estimated at more than 50 percent of affected families. “We don’t give families caring for Alzheimer’s patients enough support,” said one expert.
Early-diagnosis blood tests for Alzheimer’s disease in development (Los Angeles Times) A blood test providing an early diagnosis for Alzheimer’s disease may be available before there is a treatment for the condition. Researchers say the test could help people prepare for a future with dementia.
Drugs to reverse Alzheimer’s disease prove elusive (Los Angeles Times) Two highly anticipated medications aimed at halting Alzheimer’s disease prove disappointing after failed clinical trials. Scientists say Alzheimer’s research is at a crossroads.
Study suggests new tack in caring for Alzheimer’s patients (Chicago Tribune) Researchers say patients with Alzheimer’s disease maintain their sense of an adult identity and dislike being treated like children.
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