Alzheimer's Disease News, Articles & InformationA regularly updated blog about Alzheimer's disease with news, information and articles from around the world.Large Waist Size Increases The Risk Of Dementia- March 26, 2008 Abdominal fat is already known to be a strong risk factor for both heart disease and diabetes however a new study, published this month in the journal Neurology, has suggested that those with excess fat around the abdomen may be at almost a three times greater risk of developing Alzheimer&8217;s disease and other dementias later ...http://healthhubs.net/alzheimers/large-waist-size-increases-the-risk-of-dementia-alzheimer... Alzheimers Disease Runs In The Family- March 15, 2008 A new study, out of the University of Washington, has suggested that there is a strong genetic component to Alzheimer&8217;s disease. the study found that an individuals&8217; chances of developing Alzheimer&8217;s disease are almost three times greater if both parents have been diagnosed with the disease. The study, which was funded by the National Institute on ...http://healthhubs.net/alzheimers/alzheimers-disease-runs-in-the-family/ Well Educated People Less Likely To Develop Alzheimers Disease- March 3, 2008 Several studies have suggested a link between high formal education levels and a lower risk of dementia and Alzheimer&8217;s disease. Furthermore, those in highly skilled occupations are thought to be less likely to develop Alzheimer&8217;s disease. A recent study presented in the journal Neurology, analyzed data taken from the Cardiovascular Risk Factors, Aging, and Dementia study ...http://healthhubs.net/alzheimers/well-educated-people-are-less-likely-to-develop-alzheimer... |