FYI Daily
Archive April 2012
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Eating Berries Might Reduce Cognitive Decline
April 30, 2012
Here's a new argument for grabbing a pint or two of those brightly colored berries at the market: According to new research, eating strawberries and blueberries is linked to better cognitive function in older women.... Read more
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Is Your Loved One's Doctor Letting You Down?
April 27, 2012
Survey reveals lack of knowledge about geriatric medicine.... Read more
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Quibbling Siblings: Eldercare's Hidden Toll
April 26, 2012
The ties that used to bind can fray -- but they don't have to.... Read more
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For Migraine Sufferers, New Research on Which Preventatives Work
April 25, 2012
Finding the right treatment for migraines can be a little like looking for a needle in a haystack. There's no shortage of drug and treatment options, but since not everyone responds the same way, it's hard to figure out what might work without a lot of trial and error.... Read more
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Weight Training May Help Prevent, Reverse Cognitive Impairment
April 25, 2012
Scientists have known for a while that regular exercise can help keep the mind sharp while people age, but there hasn't been a whole lot of guidance on what types of exercise are best for the brain.... Read more
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Guide Dogs for Dementia Care
April 24, 2012
Creative new idea aims to prolong independence.... Read more
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British University Works on "Granny-Nav" System for Older Drivers
April 23, 2012
Driving is one of those tricky issues for caregivers and their older loved ones, especially in a society that equates cars and roads with freedom and independence.... Read more
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Pat Summitt's Big Changes Post-Alzheimer's
April 20, 2012
Coach steps down, and gets Presidential Medal of Freedom... Read more
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Time for Another Alzheimer's Stamp?
April 19, 2012
Campaign underway; last such stamp debuted in 2008... Read more
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Optimism May Boost Heart Health
April 18, 2012
There are a lot of ways to keep your heart healthy. Exercise. Eat a healthy diet. Don't smoke.... Read more
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Dick Clark's Death and New "Happy Heart" Research
April 18, 2012
Upbeat personalities protect the heart -- ironic given the heart attack of "world's oldest teen"... Read more
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Quick! How Many Meds in Your Pillbox?
April 17, 2012
Caregivers dole out plenty, and new guidelines urge caution... Read more
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Warren Buffett's Prostate Cancer: A Common Diagnosis
April 17, 2012
Billionaire one-percenter faces 99 percent survival rate... Read more
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Turmeric: Now Also Good for the Heart
April 16, 2012
Curcumin, a compound in the spice turmeric, might do more than help prevent Parkinson's disease and help regulate immune function.... Read more
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Disrupted Sleep Linked to Diabetes
April 13, 2012
If the association between poor sleep and pre-clinical Alzheimer's isn't enough incentive to go to bed early tonight, how about a link between poor sleep and diabetes?... Read more
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New Parkinson's Research Focuses on Genetics
April 12, 2012
Wondering what Parkinson's researchers are doing these days? It turns out that they're spending a lot of time looking into genetics.... Read more
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The Wow-Power of Music for People With Alzheimer's
April 12, 2012
Organization brings iPods to dementia patients in nursing homes... Read more
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Curcumin May Help With Parkinson's Disease
April 11, 2012
Thinking about curry for dinner tonight? It might not be a bad idea.... Read more
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A Better, Safer Trip to the E.R.
April 10, 2012
How'd you like to use a new unit designed specifically for 65-plussers?... Read more
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Putting New Alzheimer's Test in Perspective
April 10, 2012
Amyvid may help researchers, but can't actually diagnose disease.... Read more
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Cheap Diabetes Drug Might Fight Cancer
April 09, 2012
The generic diabetes drug metformin might fight several types of cancer, according to research presented at the yearly meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research in Chicago last week.... Read more
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Bilingualism Might Protect Brain Against Dementia
April 06, 2012
Remember all those boring French or Spanish lessons in grade school? It turns out they might have been useful after all.... Read more
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Docs Say, Cut Unnecessary Medical Care
April 05, 2012
Nine national medical groups urge "Choosing Wisely." ... Read more
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CDC: Most Americans Get Enough Vitamins
April 04, 2012
Here's some encouraging news: According to the CDC, most Americans get enough of the key vitamins and minerals in their diet.... Read more
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How Anger Makes You Physically Sick
April 03, 2012
Keep it in? Let it out? Both can be hazardous.... Read more
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Ending Alzheimer's Journey -- in Murder-Suicide
April 01, 2012
Devoted caregiver follows a plan, a week after 61st anniversary.... Read more
