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January 29, 2013
by Clayton
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A study by The University of California, touching almost 5,500 lives and spanning over 18 years, has determined a correlation between dental health and mental health. The subjects, all dementia-free at the beginning of observation, were educated and affluent seniors … Continue reading
October 11, 2012
by Arcadia Home Care & Staffing
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A recent study conducted by researchers from the Gladstone Institutes found a drug meant for epileptics reversed memory loss in mice that had an illness similar to Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s affects the neuronal networks in the brain, and these constant … Continue reading
October 9, 2012
by Arcadia Home Care & Staffing
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A recent review published by The Cochrane Library shows certain compounds in cocoa may contribute to a drop in blood pressure, which can possibly help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease down the line. The researchers looked at 856 people … Continue reading
September 20, 2012
by Arcadia Home Care & Staffing
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Georgetown University Medical Center’s Memory Disorders Program will start a new study looking at how resveratrol affects those with mild to moderate dementia due to Alzheimer’s disease. The compound resveratrol, which can be found in red grapes, red grape juice, red wine, … Continue reading
September 18, 2012
by Arcadia Home Care & Staffing
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An implantable device may now be able to predict a heart attack. This device, known as the AngelMed Guardian, alerts its users with vibrations, audible tones and visual warnings if they are about to suffer from a heart attack. “A … Continue reading
September 5, 2012
by Arcadia Home Care & Staffing
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Insulin may help reduce the side effects associated with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia in patients who have mild cases, according to a new study published in Neurology. Scientists from the Veterans Affairs Puget Sound Health Care System and the University of Washington … Continue reading
August 30, 2012
by Arcadia Home Care & Staffing
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Researchers at the Case Western Research University Social of Medicine found the link between psoriasis and cardiovascular disease for the first time. Psoriasis, which affects 2.5 to 6 million Americans, is a chronic disease of the immune system that leaves skin raised … Continue reading
August 24, 2012
by Arcadia Home Care & Staffing
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A new study conducted by researchers from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York found a protein that may be resistant to dementia and also be genetic. The researchers examined 277 males aged 75 and older who did … Continue reading
August 14, 2012
by Arcadia Home Care & Staffing
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A recent study conducted by the Mayo Clinic showed that by combining mentally stimulating activities such as computer use with moderate exercise regimens, seniors can ward off cognitive problems. The researchers looked at 926 participants aged 73 to 90 who filled out … Continue reading
July 26, 2012
by Arcadia Home Care & Staffing
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A recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health found metabolic syndrome may contribute to reduced blood flow in the brain. Metabolic syndrome is a compilation of risk factors for heart disease, … Continue reading