Melatonin, Light May Aid People with Alzheimer's
A morning-time dose of bright light coupled with an evening dose of melatonin may help normalize the sleep-wake cycle in elderly adults with Alzheimer's.

Fish, Fruit, Veggies May Lower Dementia Risk
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - People who eat plenty of fruits, vegetables and fish may have a lower risk of developing dementia than those who are partial to steak and eggs.

The Alzheimer's Paintings
William Utermohlen was a successful, iconoclastic American artist living in London when he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Here, we share a series of poignant self-portraits.

Beat Alzheimer's Now
Here's the latest on preventing and treating this disease, as well as important information for caregivers.

With Alzheimer's, It Takes a Family
Survey finds children and their children are often involved in caring for loved one.

Latest Study Says Statins Don't Slow Alzheimer's
Final answer may depend on outcomes of ongoing clinical trials, expert says.

Diabetes Plus Alzheimer's Gene Ups Dementia Risk
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Among individuals who carry the gene mutation associated with an increased risk of Alzheimer's disease, the risk of dementia is increased for those who also have diabetes.

Alzheimer's Disease Survival Varies by Race
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Latino and African American patients with Alzheimer's disease seem to live longer than their white counterparts, according to a new study.

High Blood Pressure Speeds Alzheimer's Decline
NEW YORK (Reuters) - High blood pressure appears to hasten the decline in mental functioning that occurs in Alzheimer's disease.

Alzheimer's Drug Side Effects Can be Reduced
NEW YORK (Reuters) - When taking rivastigmine, a dosing schedule of three times a day produces fewer side effects.

Simple Blood Test Could Predict Alzheimer's Risk
CHICAGO (Reuters) - Researchers have developed a simple blood test that may be able to predict whether mild lapses of memory could be an early sign of Alzheimer's disease.

Anti-Dementia Drugs Effective Over Long-Term
WASHINGTON, DC (Reuters) - Although the patient's family may not notice, individuals with Alzheimer's disease maintain a sustained response to anti-dementia medications.

Aricept Ineffective for Agitation of Alzheimer's
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Donepezil (Aricept), a drug used to help preserve brain function in patients with Alzheimer's disease, does little to help control the agitation often seen in patients with Alzheimer's disease.

Parkinson's and Alzheimer's Dementia Very Different
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Dementia associated with Parkinson's is different from that seen in Alzheimer's.

Conscientious People are Less Prone to Alzheimer's
CHICAGO (Reuters) - People who are conscientious, self-disciplined and scrupulous, appear to be less likely to develop Alzheimer's disease, U.S. researchers said.

More Evidence Ties Education to Lower Dementia Risk
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Older adults with more education seem to have a lower likelihood of developing Alzheimer's disease, regardless of other risk factors for dementia.

Antidepressant Drug May Relieve Dementia Symptoms
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - In a head-to-head trial, the antidepressant drug citalopram (Celexa) performed as well as the antipsychotic drug risperidone (Risperdal) in alleviating symptoms of agitation and psychosis that can be associated with dementia.

MRI May Detect Early Alzheimer's Disease
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Functional MRI, or fMRI, can spot an abnormality in brain function that may help identify people in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease.

Alzheimer's Caregivers' Cells Seen to Age Faster
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - The stress of taking care of someone with Alzheimer's may cut a person's life short, judging by the effect seen on the genetic material in their cells.

Novartis Exelon Patch Gets EU Nod for Alzheimer's
ZURICH (Reuters) - The European Union has approved Novartis's Exelon skin patch to treat Alzheimer's disease, the Swiss drugmaker said on Monday.