Dementia Research
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University of Calgary researchers to look at aging brain as study says vitamin D prevents dementiaThe study by the University of Calgary will run for 20 years, and he said people from all areas and backgrounds can join at any time.HealthMar 1, 2023
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Halifax physician Ken Rockwood wins international award for dementia workDr. Kenneth Rockwood was presented with the Ryman Prize Tuesday night by Jacinda Ardern, the prime minister of New Zealand, in a virtual ceremony.CanadaDec 15, 2021
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Alzheimer’s might be an autoimmune disorder, Canadian research suggestsNew research adds to the evidence that Alzheimer's could be an autoimmune disorder, which could change how we treat the disease.HealthMay 14, 2021
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12 risk factors key to preventing nearly half of dementia cases, report saysTackling hearing loss, cutting air pollution and providing more people with a good education could have a huge impact on dementia, researchers say.HealthJul 30, 2020
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What we know (and still don’t) about Alzheimer’s in 2019Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia will affect more than 900,000 Canadians in just a few decades. Here's a look at some of the advances in research.HealthSep 1, 2019
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Potential blood test for dementia exciting news for doctors, patients, says Manitoba expertScientists may be closing in on developing a blood test to screen people for possible signs of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.HealthJul 16, 2019
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A $2.5-million donation to support dementia research at Victoria hospital"It's a very difficult diagnosis to hear," one donor said of dementia.HealthOct 6, 2017
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University of Saskatchewan researcher aims to improve dementia careA researcher at the University of Saskatchewan is looking at ways to improve dementia care in rural and remote communities.HealthAug 2, 2016
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