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         Alzheimers:     more books (112)
  1. Alzheimer's Disease by M.D. Paul Dash, Ph.D. Nicole Villemarette-Pittman, et all 2005-05-10
  2. The Complete Guide to Alzheimer's-Proofing Your Home (Revised Edition) by Mark Warner, Ellen Warner, 2000-06
  3. The Everything Health Guide to Alzheimer's Disease: A reassuring, informative guide for families and caregivers (Everything Series) by Maureen Dezell, Carrie Hill, 2009-10-18
  4. Waiting for the Morning: A Mother and Daughter's Journey through Alzheimer's Disease by Brenda Parris, 2001-12-26
  5. Allie Learns About Alzheimer's Disease: A Family Story about Love, Patience, & Acceptance ("Special Family and Friends" Series) (Special Family and Friends Series) by Kim Gosselin, 2001-11-06
  6. Developing Support Groups for Individuals with Early-Stage Alzheimer's Disease: Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation by Robyn Yale, 1995-10
  7. Decoding Darkness: The Search for the Genetic Causes of Alzheimer's Disease by Rudolph E. Tanzi, Ann B. Parson, 2001-12
  8. Contemporary Diagnosis And Management of Alzheimer's Dementia by David S. Geldmacher, 2003-07-15
  9. Old Timers: A Son Witnesses His Mother's One-Way Journey into the Darkness of Alzheimer's Disease by Jack Turley, 2002-01
  10. Two Simple Words, I Forgot: A Personal Yet Universal Alzheimer's Story by Mindy Kane, 2005-03-15
  11. Confessions of a Caregiver: When Alzheimer's Comes to Your Home by Joseph Skillin, 2009-06-23
  12. Coach Broyles' Playbook for Alzheimer's Caregivers: A Practical Tips Guide by Frank Broyles, 2006
  13. Self Management of Chronic Disease: Alzheimer's Disease

141. Harris County Psychiatric Center Spanish
Proporciona a la informaci³n extensa en diagnosis y los tratamientos para las enfermedades mentales incluyendo depresi³n, alzheimers, abuso de sustancias, suicidio de adolescentes, des³rdenes alimenticios, fobias, esquizofrenia, ansiedad, des³rdenes del humor, la obsesivoobligaci³n, la salud mental y m¡s.
http://hcpc.uth.tmc.edu/spanish_index.htm
Bienvenidos el Centro Psiquiátrico del Condado de Harris o UT-CPCH
El Centro Psiquiátrico del Condado de Harris se dedica a la excelencia y a la dirección en el tratamiento de personas con la enfermedad mental que reside en Houston y el condado de Harris. Cada año, UT - CPCH entrega un programa comprensivo de servicios sociales psiquiátricos y clínicos a más de 5.000 niños, adolescentes y adultos que sufren de enfermedad mental. Algunas de las enfermedades mentales más comunes y más severas trataron en UT - CPCH incluyen la depresión, la esquizofrenia y el desorden bipolar, conocido antes como manic-depresión. UT - CPCH , como componente de la universidad del centro de la ciencia de la salud de Texas-Houston, tiene las misiones adicionales únicas de la investigación que conduce en las causas y las curaciones de la enfermedad mental, proporcionando a la educación de profesionales en el cuidado del mentalmente enfermo, y entregando servicio de comunidad proporcionando a los recursos y al conocimiento del personal a la comunidad local.
2800 S. MacGregor Way • Houston • Texas 77021 • phone: 713-741-5000 • fax: 713-741-5939

142. The Real Facts About Alzheimers And Aluminum - From EHSO
EHSO s excellent site provides information about the cuurent knowledge of theconnection between alzheimers disease and aluminum, plus many other health
http://www.ehso.com/ehshome/alzheimers.htm
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I have heard that aluminum may be involved in the development of Alzheimer's Disease. Does use of aluminum cookware and drinking from aluminum beverage cans place me at greater risk for developing this disease. Answer: Aluminum is one of the most abundant elements found in the environment. Therefore, human exposure to this metal is common and unavoidable. However, intake is relatively low because this element is highly insoluble in many of its naturally occurring forms. The significance of environmental contact with aluminum is further diminished by the fact that less than 1% of that taken into the body orally is absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. The average human intake is estimated to be between 30 and 50 mg per day. This intake comes primarily from foods, drinking water, and pharmaceuticals. Based on the maximum levels reported in drinking water, less than 1/4 of the total intake comes from water. Some common food additives contain aluminum. Due to certain additives, processed cheese and cornbread are two major contributors to high aluminum exposures in the American diet. With regard to pharmaceuticals, some common over-the-counter medications such as antacids and buffered aspirin contain aluminum to increase the daily intake significantly.

143. Stella's Story
Dedicated to the author's mom, one of many afflicted with alzheimers. The story includes links for caregivers and family members.
http://www.geocities.com/stellasstory/
This page is dedicated to my Mom who is a victim of Alzheimer's disease.
Prologue
Mom
A message to my Mom:
Dear Mom,
Margie
So. . . . . here's Stella's Story ! Highlights YOU were born on May 31, l911, the 7th child of Polish immigrants who lived on 81st Street on Cleveland's southeast side.
and the great-grandparents of 10 great-grandchildren:
Even though YOU don't talk much anymore, I suspect that if you were asked what you thought about your life you would humbly but confidently say that you were proud of your life accomplishments. And isn't that all that really matters? What could be more glorious than a sense of satisfaction?
Epilogue:
Pictures of Mom at Oak Park Assisted Living Facility ~ ~ Click on the picture to see the larger view ~ Your story continues on the next page........ please click on the NEXT flowerpot at the bottom of this page. Thanks to these graphic artists who so generously share their creations with us! You are listening to: "Wind beneath my wings" by Beth Middler! 1999. 2000. 2001. Stella's Story.

144. Understanding Alzheimers Disease
Understanding the causes of alzheimers Disease. alzheimers Disease • Causeof alzheimers Disease • alzheimers Symptoms • alzheimers Association
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145. Bayshore Community Health Services
Holmdel based hospital offering variety of treatment/care programs addressing alzheimers, asthma, back care, cardiac care and catheritization, cosmetic surgery, diabetes, mammography and oncology.
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146. Early Onset Alzheimers - STATEWIDE Interactive
alzheimers. When most of us think of Alzheimer’s Disease, we think of elderlypeople nearing http//www.zarcrom.com/users/alzheimers/windex.html w13
http://net.unl.edu/swi/pers/alzheimers.html
Originally aired January 18, 2002 EARLY ONSET ALZHEIMER'S
PERSPECTIVE
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[Sheila Bracken] "It was very frustrating. Sometimes I didn't want to get out of bed because I knew I was going to face the same question over and over and over again and I'd look around and there was somebody attached to my right hip." [Bracken] "He was using the wrong credit card for work things, and getting lost. We would have a lot of scenic routes and area tours when we would get places. Eventually he would have a poor job performance at work that precipitated us going to the doctor's and getting evaluated." The only way to diagnosis the disease is to eliminate everything else. So the Brackens ruled out a brain tumor, sleep disturbances, and eventually came up with early onset Alzheimer's Disease. [Bracken] "If anybody asked him what was wrong with him, he would tell them that his brain was drying up."

147. Alzheimers Treatment
There is no known cure for the Alzheimer s Disease, nor is there any way ofrepairing damage that has already occurred to the brain cells.
http://www.diseases-explained.com/Alzheimers/alzheimerstreatm.html
There is no known cure for the Alzheimer's Disease , nor is there any way of repairing damage that has already occurred to the brain cells. Most treatment aims to relieve the symptoms of the condition. This is particularly important in the early stages of the disease when the patient is aware of his/her own situation. As the disease progresses, it may be necessary for the patient to move to an assisted living or nursing home, and with help, dignity and quality of life can be maintained. MEDICATION All drugs can be grouped together by how they work (ie, their specific mode of action). The list below includes all the different types of drugs approved for use in the treatment of this condition at the time of publication. Always consult your healthcare provider if you have any questions or concerns about the medication you have been prescribed. Drug Type Effect (In alphabetical order)
Acetylcholinesterase
Inhibitors
Slow down breakdown of acetylcholine, increasing the amount available for the functioning of the brain cells.
Other Drugs Effect
Antidepressants
Can reduce the depression experienced by some patients.

148. University Of Texas Harris County Psychiatric Center Home Page
Information on the diagnosis and treatments for mental illnesses including depression, alzheimers, substance abuse, teensuicide, eating disorders, phobias, schizophrenia, anxiety, mood disorders, and obsessive-compulsion.
http://hcpc.uth.tmc.edu/
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... What is mental illness? Research Opportunities Our Mission Who We Are Active Studies Research Intermediary ... Contact Us Employment Opportunities Overview UTHCPC Job Listings Employment Benefits Health Benefits ... Departments Volunteer Services Introduction Adult Volunteer Application Student Volunteer ... Giving UTHCPC Helpful Links Services Local Mental Health Information Local Personal Care ... Site Map The highly qualified staff of mental health care providers, at The UT-Harris County Psychiatric Center, is devoted to the personal mental health of over 6000 patients who are admitted annually. Mental health is the primary focus of the psychiatric physicians, psychiatric residents, psychologists, nurses, social workers, pharmacists, dieticians and chaplains who comprise the staff devoted to the personal mental health, and mental health recovery of those who suffer from various types of mental illness.

149. Alzheimers Diagnosis
The diagnosis of the disease is made on an assessment of both medical historyand symptoms. This may involve both neurological (nervous system) and
http://www.diseases-explained.com/Alzheimers/alzheimersdiagno.html
The diagnosis of the disease is made on an assessment of both medical history and symptoms. This may involve both neurological (nervous system) and psychological (mental and emotional) factors, and the exclusion of conditions that mimic Alzheimer's Disease Memory tests, blood tests, and brain scans may form part of the procedures and may extend over a period of time (months). The recognized stages in the development of the disease are: l Impairment of short-term memory l Loss of learning and understanding (cognitive) skills including the ability to calculate; the perception of space, vision, and time; and the ability to use common objects and tools l Levels of alertness and arousal are severely affected (advanced stage)

150. Aging & Alzheimers
Choose a Topic, Aging alzheimers, Allergies Asthma, Arthritis, Back Pain,Cancers, Diabetes, Diet Fitness, Digestive Disorders, Eyes Vision
http://my.webmd.com/medical_information/health_tools/alzheimers/default.htm?z=36

151. Sandra Martin Productions
Information on educational videos for health care, aging, physical and mental disabilities, alzheimers disease, and death and dying.
http://www.sandramartinproductions.com
SANDRA MARTIN PRODUCTIONS
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Overview of Sandra Martin Productions: Sandra Martin Productions is a video production company in Omaha, Nebraska. Since our founding in 1996, we have produced a number of videotapes designed to raise viewers' awareness on a variety of sensitive topics. A small and highly focused company, we are unique in many ways. First unlike many other production houseswe do not accept outside commissions; our production choices are based solely on our own personal and heartfelt criteria. Secondly, we are personally involved in all aspects of a creative project, from developing the concept, researching, writing the script, and handling the on-camera interviewing, to directing, producing and marketing the finished production. And lastly, given the fact that we are creative people and not necessarily experts on the many complex issues we deal with, we work closely with those who are, affiliating early-on in a project with that project's appropriate professional organization. Overview of The View from the Inside Collection: The video collection titled View from the Inside makes up the heart of Sandra Martin Productions. Producing this collection was a dream of Sandra's for many years, and was, in fact, the propelling force behind the company's beginnings.

152. Alzheimers & Senior Resources
Introduction from alzheimers DISEASE FACT SHEET. Alzheimer s and Senior RelatedLinks • alzheimers ASSOCIATION. CAREGIVER Information; MEDICAL Information
http://www.burke.org/research/alzheimers.cfm
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Alzheimer's disease (AD) is the most common cause of dementia in older people. A dementia is a medical condition that disrupts the way the brain works. AD affects the parts of the brain that control thought, memory, and language. Every day, scientists learn more about AD, but right now the cause of the disease still is unknown, and there is no cure. An estimated 4 million people in the United States suffer from AD. The disease usually begins after age 65, and risk of AD goes up with age. While younger people also may have AD, it is much less common. About 3 percent of men and women ages 65 to 74 have AD, and nearly half of those age 85 and older may have the disease. It is important to note, however, that AD is not a normal part of aging. AD is named after Dr. Alois Alzheimer, a German doctor. In 1906, Dr. Alzheimer noticed changes in the brain tissue of a woman who had died of an unusual mental illness. He found abnormal clumps (now called senile or neuritic plaques) and tangled bundles of fibers (now called neurofibrillary tangles). Today, these plaques and tangles in the brain are considered hallmarks of AD. Scientists also have found other changes in the brains of people with AD. There is a loss of nerve cells in areas of the brain that are vital to memory and other mental abilities. There also are lower levels of chemicals in the brain that carry complex messages back and forth between billions of nerve cells. AD may disrupt normal thinking and memory by blocking these messages between nerve cells.

153. About Alzheimers
http//www.alzheimers.org.au/ Site of the Australian Alzheimer s Association.www.alzheimers.org.nz Site of Alzheimer s New Zealand
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154. Alzheimer Society Has Moved
Offers family support counselling, counselling groups, a wandering persons registry, volunteer companions, and education for families of alzheimers patients.
http://www.sarnia.com/groups/alzheimer/
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155. Obesity Causes Alzheimers; Massive Wave Of Alzheimer's To Strike America In The
Obesity causes alzheimers; massive wave of Alzheimer s to strike America in theyears ahead. Print Link Related. Posted Jul 20, 2004 PT by the Health
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156. Alzheimers
alzheimers Eye Test Test your eyes alzheimers EYE TEST Countevery F in the following text FINISHED FILES ARE THE RE
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157. ELDERLY OPPORTUNITY AGENCY
Provides help for people sixty years of age or older in the areas of nutrition, housing, education, alzheimers support, and chore services.
http://www.eoaidaho.org/

Nutrition Housing Transportation Respite Chore Service
E. O. A. Elderly Opportunity Agency, Inc. 134 N. Washington Ave. Emmett, ID 83617 208-365-4461 or 800-273-4462 fax: 208-365-0892 email: eoanetti@bigskytel.com ELDERLY OPPORTUNITY AGENCY, INC. MISSION STATEMENT: The mission statement for Elderly Opportunity Agency is to secure, promote, and provide essential services to enhance the quality of life to persons 60 years of age or older that will enable them to maintain their dignity, lead active and productive lives, and remain independent in their homes. SERVICES: We provide Home Delivered Meals, Congregate Meals, Transportation, Housing, Alzheimer’s Stand by You Program, Volunteer Opportunities, Mobile Respite, Chore Service, Canyon County Family Caregiver’s and Nutrition Education Click here to see service offerings SERVICE AREA: Elderly Opportunity Agency, Inc. has served Idaho Seniors for 31 years. We provide services in the counties of Boise, Elmore, Owyhee, Canyon, Gem, Payette, Washington, Adams and Valley Counties. We are the largest geographical area in the state of Idaho providing services under the Older Americans Act funded programs. Click here to see meals delivery areas and times Providing to Seniors:
  • Nutrition Housing Transportation Respite Stand By You
    (Alzheimers Support)

158. Risk Factors For Alzheimers Disease - Swedish Medical Center, Seattle, Washingto
Risk Factors for alzheimers Disease Swedish Medical Center, Seattle, Washington.
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by Michelle Badash, MS A risk factor is something that increases your likelihood of getting a disease or condition. It is possible to develop Alzheimers disease with or without the risk factors listed below. However, the more risk factors you have, the greater your likelihood of developing Alzheimers disease. There are still many questions regarding the exact cause(s) of Alzheimers, so risk factors are still being identified. Currently, risk factors for Alzheimers disease include: Age Age is the most important known risk factor for developing Alzheimers disease. The number of people with Alzheimers disease doubles every five years beyond age 65 until age 85, when almost 50% of all people have the disease. Gender Alzheimers disease affects both men and women, but women may have a slightly higher risk of developing the disease than men. Genetic Factors There has been a clear genetic link established for an early-onset form of Alzheimers disease (occurs in people during their 30s, 40s and early 50s), and a genetic link is suspected for late-onset Alzheimers disease. However, a specific gene has not yet been identified. One gene that has been implicated as being a major risk factor for late-onset Alzheimers disease is the ApoE4 gene. Scientists continue to study the role of genetic factors in the development of this disease.

159. Home Page
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about us contact donate memory walk ... media New and upcoming 25th Anniversary Newsletter Memory Walk 2005 Hudson Valley/Rockland/Westchester, NY Chapter About the Disease Resources to Help Help Fight AD Special Events ... Calendar The Alzheimer's Association is the national voluntary health agency dedicated to research for the prevention, cure and treatment of Alzheimer's disease and related disorders and to providing support and assistance to afflicted individuals and their families. The Hudson Valley/Rockland/Westchester, NY Chapter provides support and assistance to the communities of Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster and Westchester counties in New York. Click here for a list of our office locations GEAR UP! Online registration is open!! Volunteers Needed!!! Board members, support group leaders, event committee members, office volunteers.... We need your help! Click here for more information SHOW HOW MUCH YOU CARE WITH ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION STATIONERY PRODUCTS click here for more details What you can do Highlights
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160. Alzheimers Disease Vitamins And Prevention
alzheimers disease information on natural vitamins that may help delay or preventthe disease.
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ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE
Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that usually develops in elderly people. Alzheimer's disease is characterized by loss of memory, inability to function normally, and loss of ability to take care for one’s self. This disease has no known cause; however, it involves the abnormal breakdown of an important neurotransmitter in the brain called acetylcholine. Although some researchers believe that Alzheimer's is linked to high concentrations of aluminum in the brain, studies indicate that the two are not related.
Nutritional supplements that may be helpful for Alzheimer's patients
Acetyl-L-carnitine
has been found in several clinical trials to delay the progress of Alzheimer’s, improve memory, and increase overall performance in some Alzheimer’s patients. However, to date there is no valid evidence to support these findings.
Prelimary studies have shown that antioxidant vitamins, including vitamin C or vitamin E , may help to lower the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Other research has shown that Vitamin E may help to improve brain function in older adults.
Some researchers believe a substance known as DMAE (2-dimethlaminoethanol) can improve levels of acetylcholine, a brain neurotransmitter. In one clinical trial involving individuals suffering from senile dementia, participants were given 600 mg of DMAE three times per day for four weeks. While DMAE did not appear to make any significant changes in memory, positive behavior changes were seen in some people. Unfortunately, other studies have shown no considerable help was found when supplementing DMAE for Alzheimer’s disease.

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