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The analysis found that dementia was the primary cause for nearly 262,000 deaths in 2017, nearly half from Alzheimer’s disease. That’s up from about 84,000 deaths attributed to dementia in 2000. Source: NEW FEED
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The study found that women taking hormone replacement therapy had a 9 percent to 17 percent higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. In women who began taking hormone therapy before age 60, this increased risk was tied to use of…
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As Alzheimer’ progresses, amyloid beta proteins build up in parts of the brain. They clump together to form hardened plaques that disrupt the way the brain functions. Source: NEW FEED
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It isn’t clear if sleep apnea causes the buildup of protein tangles in the brain that are a sign of Alzheimer’s, or if the increased protein helps cause the apnea, the researchers said. Source: NEW FEED
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A new animal study has identified the cellular mechanism that leads to reduced blood flow to the brain, which, in turn, impacts cognitive function. Source: NEW FEED
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Though experts typically name beta-amyloid plaques as the main culprits in Alzheimer’s disease, new research finds another factor: a leaked blood protein. Source: NEW FEED
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Education No Match Against Alzheimer's
02/06/2019 Read morePeople who had a higher education did have greater thinking and memory skills when the study began. But, there was no association between higher education and a slower decline in thinking and memory. Source: NEW FEED
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“This type of weather can be hazardous for everyone, but even more so for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease, who may have difficulty noticing temperature and weather changes or knowing who to call for help,” said Charles Fuschillo Jr., CEO…
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Researchers studied dead and living patients with diagnosed and suspected Alzheimer’s and found bacteria associated with chronic gum disease in the brains of people with Alzheimer’s, BBC News reported. Source: NEW FEED
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Researchers found that people with the most severe memory declines had the greatest leakage in their brain’s blood vessels, regardless of whether the Alzheimer’s-related proteins amyloid and tau were present. Source: NEW FEED
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2019 Health Datapalooza
03/27/2019 Read moreWhen: March 27, 2019 @ 8:30 am – March 28, 2019 @ 5:00 pmWhere: Washington Hilton, 1919 Connecticut Ave., NW, Washington, D.C. 20009Why Health Datapalooza? Real Collaboration Between Policymakers and Innovators The Health Datapalooza was born out of the Federal Government’s commitment to open data, and is hosted in Washington, D.C., and continues to enjoy the greater and deeper engagement from the…
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2019 Convergence Telehealth Summit
03/31/2019 Read moreWhen: March 31, 2019 @ 10:00 am – April 2, 2019 @ 1:30 pmWhere: Williamsburg Lodge, 310 S England St Williamsburg, VA 23185 United StatesWe are at a tipping point! The exponential growth of technological innovations and its confluence with recent policy shifts are paving the way for dramatic changes in how we deliver health care and influence health behaviors. We have already moved…
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Patient Experience Conference 2019
04/03/2019 Read moreWhen: April 3, 2019 @ 8:30 am – April 5, 2019 @ 12:00 pmWhere: Hyatt Regency Dallas, 300 Reunion Blvd, Dallas, TX 75207Patient Experience Conference is the largest independent, non-provider or vendor hosted event bringing together the collective voices of healthcare professionals across the globe to convene, engage and expand the dialogue on improving patient experience. At this interactive conference, you will identify…
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Health Care Systems Research Network Conference
04/08/2019 Read moreWhen: April 8, 2019 @ 8:00 am – April 10, 2019 @ 4:30 pmWhere: The Hilton Downtown Portland, 921 SW 6th Avenue, Portland, OR 97204Why Attend The Health Care Systems Research Network Conference? Founded in 1994, the Health Care Systems Research Network (HCSRN) is an innovative consortium of research centers based on community-based health delivery systems. The HCSRN consists of 18 members (17 based…
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Capital + Strategy Forum Presented by Home Health Care News
04/10/2019 Read moreWhen: April 10, 2019 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pmWhere: The Spire, 110, 750 First St NE, Washington, DC 20002, USAHome Healthcare News (HHCN) is pleased launch the inaugural Capital + Strategy Forum on April 10th, 2019 in Washington D.C.. This full day event attracts home care, hospice, private duty, investment bankers, insurance industry and health system executives looking to…
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Southern California Health IT Summit
04/23/2019 Read moreWhen: April 23, 2019 @ 8:45 am – April 24, 2019 @ 6:00 pmWhere: The InterContinental San Diego, 901 Bayfront Ct, San Diego, CA 92101Renowned leaders in U.S. and North American healthcare gather throughout the year to present important information and share insights at the Healthcare Informatics Health IT Summit. New for 2019 – the Health IT Summits will feature a full day of cybersecurity education sessions. This…
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Telehealth Everywhere 2019 Conference
04/28/2019 Read moreWhen: April 28, 2019 @ 1:00 pm – April 30, 2019 @ 12:00 pmWhere: Radisson Blu Mall of America, 2100 Killebrew Dr, Bloomington, MN 55425Our 2018 Annual Conference was a fantastic success! Our 2019 conference will be bigger and have almost double the content. Plan now to join us April 28-30 in Bloomington, Minnesota (greater Minneapolis) at the Radisson Blu Mall of America Hotel.
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2019 PDA Biopharmaceuticals Week
05/06/2019 Read moreWhen: May 6, 2019 @ 9:00 am – May 10, 2019 @ 5:00 pmWhere: Hilton Long Beach, 701 West Ocean Boulevard Long Beach, CaliforniaPDA is excited to announce the launch of the Association’s inaugural Biopharmaceuticals Week, scheduled for May 6–10, 2019 in Long Beach, CA. This new week-long format will feature three separate events, focusing on biopharmaceutical manufacturing, cell and gene therapies, virus safety, and…
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Healthcare Transformation Summit
05/16/2019 Read moreWhen: May 16, 2019 @ 8:30 am – May 17, 2019 @ 8:00 pmWhere: Sheraton Austin Hotel, 701 E 11th St, Austin, TX 78701, USAHealthcare is transforming at a rapidly-accelerating rate. Shifting healthcare policy, an intensified focus on population health, health information technology, an increased incentive to increase scale and market share, and a growing call to engage patients in their care are creating…
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Telehealth Summit 2019
06/06/2019 Read moreWhen: June 6, 2019 @ 7:30 am – June 7, 2019 @ 12:00 pmWhere: W Atlanta – Midtown, 188 14th St NE, Atlanta, GA 30361Keynote Speakers Announced: Dr. Rich Milani, Chief Clinical Transformation Officer, Ochsner Health System Nathaniel Lacktman, Esq., Partner, Chair of Telemedicine Industry Team, Foley & Lardner LLP Ann Mond Johnson, CEO, American Telemedicine Association Coming off the success of Telehealth 2018…
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U.S. Dementia-Linked Death Rate More Than Doubles
March 14, 2019 Read moreThe analysis found that dementia was the primary cause for nearly 262,000 deaths in 2017, nearly half from Alzheimer’s disease. That’s up from about 84,000 deaths attributed to dementia in 2000. Source: NEW FEED
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HRT Linked to Slight Rise in Alzheimer's Risk
March 7, 2019 Read moreThe study found that women taking hormone replacement therapy had a 9 percent to 17 percent higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. In women who began taking hormone therapy before age 60, this increased risk was tied to use of…
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Could Common Germs Be Tied to Alzheimer's?
March 7, 2019 Read moreAs Alzheimer’ progresses, amyloid beta proteins build up in parts of the brain. They clump together to form hardened plaques that disrupt the way the brain functions. Source: NEW FEED
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New Study Reinforces Sleep Apnea-Alzheimer's Link
March 3, 2019 Read moreIt isn’t clear if sleep apnea causes the buildup of protein tangles in the brain that are a sign of Alzheimer’s, or if the increased protein helps cause the apnea, the researchers said. Source: NEW FEED
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Study finds new cognitive decline mechanism in Alzheimer's
February 15, 2019 Read moreA new animal study has identified the cellular mechanism that leads to reduced blood flow to the brain, which, in turn, impacts cognitive function. Source: NEW FEED
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Blood-clotting protein contributes to Alzheimer's
February 7, 2019 Read moreThough experts typically name beta-amyloid plaques as the main culprits in Alzheimer’s disease, new research finds another factor: a leaked blood protein. Source: NEW FEED
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Education No Match Against Alzheimer's
February 6, 2019 Read morePeople who had a higher education did have greater thinking and memory skills when the study began. But, there was no association between higher education and a slower decline in thinking and memory. Source: NEW FEED
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The Indisputable Reality About Cbd Products That No One Is Telling You
February 6, 2019 Read moreThe Indisputable Reality About Cbd Products That No One Is Telling You The Most Popular Cbd Products A alternate will be to employ a function area in a few of those St Kilda accommodations, since the staff will cater for…
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Arctic Blast A Threat to People With Alzheimer's
January 30, 2019 Read more“This type of weather can be hazardous for everyone, but even more so for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease, who may have difficulty noticing temperature and weather changes or knowing who to call for help,” said Charles Fuschillo Jr., CEO…
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Gum Disease Bacteria Found in Alzheimer's Brains
January 25, 2019 Read moreResearchers studied dead and living patients with diagnosed and suspected Alzheimer’s and found bacteria associated with chronic gum disease in the brains of people with Alzheimer’s, BBC News reported. Source: NEW FEED