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Hard-Knock Lessons From the Concussion Files
(Source: NYT) - Even a mild concussion can leave "invisible" but disturbing symptoms: fatigue, irritability, difficulty concentrating, memory problems and sometimes depression. These are indicators of post concussive syndrome.
Don't Be A Victim: Safety In Living With Alzheimer's
(Source: WCNC) - Sylvia Fiano uses painting as therapy. She didn't pick up a brush until Alzheimer's overtook her life at the early age of 46.
Vasectomies May Cause Dementia Risk
(Source: UPI) - Northwestern University researchers found evidence that vasectomies might increase the risk of a form of dementia for men.
The Path from Delirium to Dementia
(Source: Boston Globe) - Some doctors are making a connection between two conditions that wreak havoc on older patients: delirium and dementia.
Alzhemed Phase III Clinical Trial to Continue
(Source: Neurochem Inc.) - Neurochem has received a second recommendation from the European Data Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) to continue European Phase III clinical testing of tramiprosate (Alzhemed), the company's experimental candidate for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. Neurochem recently completed its North American Phase III clinical trial.
Selenium Intake May Slow Age-Related Cognitive Decline
(Source: NutraIngredients) - Low levels of selenium throughout life have been linked to lower cognitive function, reports a study from China. The findings could help further increase public awareness of a mineral associated with reducing the risk of prostate and lung cancer, as well as boosting the immune system.
Link Found Between Cognition and Execution
(Source: Science Daily) - University of Bordeaux scientists report a link between decision-making processes and those relative to the execution of motor acts.
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