Archive: 10/06/2015
Specialized proteins may be detected in blood of people with Alzheimer's disease
Specialized brain proteins that are involved in the removal of damaged nerve cell materials may be detected in the blood of people who were diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment or dementia due to Alzheimer's disease. ...
Jun 10, 2015
More frequent overnight hot flashes linked with brain scan changes
Women who experience more hot flashes, particularly while sleeping, during the menopause transition are more likely to have brain changes reflecting a higher risk for cerebrovascular disease, such as stroke and other brain ...
Jun 10, 2015
NAMS supports judicious use of systemic hormone therapy even after age 65
As new research continues to document the incidence of bothersome hot flashes lasting into the mid-60s for many women, the medical industry has had to rethink the way it approaches menopause therapy. As a result, earlier ...
Jun 10, 2015
New web tool allows public to compare quality of long-term care homes
The public can now make a more informed choice about long-term care thanks to a new online tool launched today that compares facilities across Canada based on nine indicators such as safety, quality of life and general health ...
Jun 10, 2015