A recent conference highlights new findings on treating the disease in men, optimal treatment strategies and monitoring treatment. The results of new, promising research were presented at the recent World Alzheimer Congress 2000. Included in those presentations were the results of a Phase I clinical trial of a possible vaccine that may prevent the development of beta-amyloid plaques, a marker for Alzheimer's disease. This treatment has already been proven effective in animal trials. The pain of vertebral compression fractures can leave patients bedridden and dependent on analgesics.
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Results of the Caregiver Health Effects Study suggest that elderly spousal caregivers who experience mental or physical strain are at risk for mortality. The authors recommend that physicians systematically screen geriatric patients for caregiving strain and suggest specific interventions for individuals at risk. See Full Story Permission to repost or reprint any material on this site must be obtained by contacting the Webmaster . Heather Orey Copyright 1998-2001 CME, Inc.