Obama administration proposes raise for Alzheimer's research, some now and ... Washington Post WASHINGTON — The Obama administration wants to spend just over half a billion dollars on Alzheimer's research next year, hoping to battle back against what could become the defining disease of the aging baby-boom generation. Not all the spending must ... and more »

Recommended: New Alzheimer's criteria would change diagnosis for millions - msnbc.com

Los Angeles Times

Recommended: New Alzheimer's criteria would change diagnosis for millions msnbc.com By Rachael Rettner Almost everyone currently diagnosed with a mild form of Alzheimer's disease would be downgraded to not having the condition, if new proposed criteria for the diagnosis of cognitive problems were applied, a new study shows. Blurry line in diagnosing early Alzheimer's: studyReuters Is it Alzheimer's or mild cognitive impairment?Los Angeles Times Group: Some Alzheimer's May Be Milder DisorderThe Ledger U.S. News & World Report all 41 news articles »

Oakland woman cares for Alzheimer's-stricken husband while educating others ... - Contra Costa Times

Oakland woman cares for Alzheimer's-stricken husband while educating others ... Contra Costa Times Having worked with people suffering from Alzheimer's disease as a teacher and administrator for Oakland Unified School District's adult school program, Woolfolk grew concerned about Leonard's health. It wasn't just the burrito mishap. and more »

What to do if you suspect Alzheimer's - Los Angeles Times

What to do if you suspect Alzheimer's Los Angeles Times Are these harmless senior moments or worrisome warning signs that a parent may be in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease? Surveys consistently show that Alzheimer's is the second most feared disease in America, after cancer. and more »

Can We Cure Alzheimer's Disease? - Huffington Post (blog)

New York Times

Can We Cure Alzheimer's Disease? Huffington Post (blog) Age is the single greatest risk factor for getting Alzheimer's disease, which has become a worldwide epidemic. More than 5 million Americans are already afflicted, and every 70 seconds another is diagnosed. As 80 million baby boomers begin reaching age ... Path Is Found for the Spread of Alzheimer'sNew York Times Alzheimer's disease "jumps" across brain cells to spreadCBS News Alzheimer's Disease Protein Spreads Through Neurons in MiceBusinessWeek msnbc.com all 225 news articles »