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Alzheimer’s Soars, Global Focus Needed: Study
By 2050, 115 million people may suffer from dementia

Exercise Benefits Even the Oldest Old
Regular workouts extend life and reduce risk of physical disability, researchers find

MRSA May Succumb to Honey
Anti-microbial benefits of New Zealand variety extend to staph infections, researchers say

Rich, Poor See Similar Declines in Old Age
After 70, socioeconomics have little impact on cognition, study finds

Not-For-Profit Nursing Homes Fare Better in Studies
Quality of care higher than in for-profit residences, review finds

Elder Abuse, Neglect Make Early Death Far More Likely
Finding illustrates need to report suspected problems, expert says

Elder Boom Will Be Felt Worldwide
Population older than 65 could reach 1.3 billion by 2040

Dementia Increasing Among the ’Oldest Old’
Those over 90 have highest rate, new study finds

Doctors’ Attitudes Play Part in Early Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
Positive attitude critical to spotting disease, study finds

Study Asserts Need for New Treatments for Delirium
Research and therapies are lacking for common condition, expert says

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