Archive for December, 2008

Two Cardiovascular Proteins Pose A Double Whammy In Alzheimer’s

Monday, December 29th, 2008

Researchers have found that two proteins which work in tandem in the brain’s blood vessels present a double whammy in Alzheimer’s disease. Not only do the proteins lessen blood flow in the brain, but they also reduce the rate at which the brain is able to remove amyloid beta, the protein that builds up in toxic quantities in the brains of patients with the disease. The work, described in a paper published online Dec.

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Some Alcohol May Preserve Cognition in Older Women

Monday, December 29th, 2008

1 In 5 Boomers Worried About Affording Health Care In 2009, AARP Survey Finds

Monday, December 29th, 2008

Liver transplants from elderly donors are safe (Reuters)

Monday, December 29th, 2008

Imaging Combo Increases Prostate Cancer Detection

Monday, December 29th, 2008

Socioeconomic Status Predicts Post-Heart Attack Lifestyle

Monday, December 29th, 2008

Increasing HDL Level Linked to Lower Heart Disease Risk

Monday, December 29th, 2008

Researchers Create Molecular Manual (HealthDay)

Monday, December 29th, 2008

Cancer Deaths Cost U.S. Billions

Monday, December 29th, 2008

New Study Finds Perception Of Health And Balance Has Direct Impact On Walking Activity

Monday, December 29th, 2008