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Additional Web Resources
Forgetfulness:
It's Not Always What You Think
Information about memory lapses. Defines causes and points out
differences between normal forgetfulness and other serious disorders
such as Alzheimer's disease. From the National Institute of Aging.
Alzheimer's
Association
Oldest and largest national voluntary health organization dedicated to
research for the causes, cure, and prevention of Alzheimer's disease,
and to providing education and support services to Alzheimer's
patients, their families and caregivers. © Alzheimer's Association
Alzheimer's
Disease Education and Referral Center
The National Institute on Aging currently funds 29 Alzheimer's Disease
Centers (ADC's) at major medical institutions across the United
States. This web site provides contact information for these centers
that provide patients and families with diagnosis and medical
management services. The Centers also conduct research and provide
opportunities for volunteers to participate in drug trials and other
clinical research projects.
Alzheimer's
Disease Fact Sheet
Well organized facts are presented at this site about the most common
cause of dementia in older people. Information provided the
Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral (ADEAR) Center.
Alzheimer's
Disease Genetics
Facts about the role genetics play in Alzheimer's disease from the
Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral (ADEAR) Center. Includes
information about ApoE testing and other medical tests.
Alzheimer's
Disease - Unraveling the Mystery
An online booklet designed for people who are interested in research
on Alzheimer's disease. Sponsored by the National Institute on Aging.
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