Alzheimer's Research and Studies Directory
Alzheimer's disease is a debilitating brain condition that can be very difficult for the patient and his or her family and friends. Research and studies are ongoing to learn more about Alzheimer's. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about Alzheimer's disease research, studies, and clinical trials.
Medical Reference
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Alzheimer’s disease: Is there any way to avoid getting it?
There’s no cure for Alzheimer’s, so everyone wants to know how to prevent it. Is there any way to avoid getting Alzheimer’s?
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Sundowning: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Learn the causes, symptoms, and treatment of sundowning, a syndrome in which Alzheimer's patients experience confusion and as the day closes.
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Alzheimer's Disease Symptoms
WebMD explains the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and how those symptoms change as the person with Alzheimer's moves through the mild, moderate, and severe stages of the disease.
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Alzheimer's Disease Treatment: Medications and Therapies
Alzheimer's disease and dementia are treated using a number of therapies, drugs, and medications. Learn more about the different types of Alzheimer's treatment in use today.
Features
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5 Alzheimer’s Disease Myths: Risk Factors, Memory Loss, Prevention, and More
WebMD discusses common myths believed about Alzheimer’s disease and provides the truth about genetics, memory loss, dementia, and more.
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How to Keep Your Brain Fit for Life
You already use your brain every day, but to really keep it healthy for years to come, you've got to go above and beyond your normal routine. Here are the best ways to protect yourself from memory loss and mental decline as you age.
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10th Anniversary: WebMD Health Heroes
We honor extraordinary Americans in four categories: People's Choice, Advocate, Scientist, and Prodigy.
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Can Low Cholesterol Keep Your Brain Healthy?
Some studies show that high levels of cholesterol may be linked to Alzheimer's disease or other kinds of dementia.
Quizzes
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Quiz: Alzheimer’s Myths and Facts
Does aluminum cause Alzheimer's? Can red wine or crosswords help you avoid it? Learn to tell the myths from the facts in this quiz.
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Quiz: How Is Your Memory Holding Up?
Memory Quiz: Take this quiz to find out how we remember and why we forget.
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Brain Quiz: How Big Is Your Brain, How Many Cells Does It Have, & More
Try this quiz to see how much you know about brain cells, brain size, and more.