Alzheimer's Disease Risk Increased By Problem Gene

A gene which is said to help the immune system control inflammation in the brain  has been linked to alzheimer's disease.

According to a recent study the problem version of the gene triples the chances of one developing  the disease.

Medical experts are excited about the discovery, because it paves the way for more research and new treatment. They believe that treatment to correct the gene's malfunction may help in the treatment of the alzheimer's.

The gene is called TREM2, and is present in only 1% of the population.

Until recently medical experts believed that only one gene raises the risk for alzheimer's disease. Whereas 17 % of the population has that gene, more than 1/2 of alzheimer's patients do.

The recent study has identifed the TREM2 as a another.

Read more about this gene in TheSpec.com.

Myths & Misconceptions About Diabetes

There are many mistaken beliefs about diabetes, there are myths surrounding the causes and treatment. This article will create awareness by identifying them and disclosing the facts.

They are:
1-Diabetes is not that serious

2-Eating too much sugar causes diabetes

3-Being overweight causes diabetes

4-Having diabetes means you must eat foods different from everyone else

5-A diabetes diagnosis means you automatically need insulin

6-Only older people get diabetes

Read the report and view the slides for details

Screening For Prostate Cancer May Not Reduce Deaths

According to a recent research report screening men for prostate cancer may not reduce the number of deaths from the disease.

With the blood test prostate specific antigen (PSA) doctors look for high levels of the antigen in the blood to make a diagnosis. PSA and a physical examination are the routine screening for prostate cancer

PSA and a physical examination have become the routine screening for the disease but became controversial and in some cases viewed as risky.

According to the study there was no difference in the number of prostate cancer deaths between those who were screened and those who where not.

The study involved 9,026 men, 1,500 were randomnly selected and screened every three years from 1987-1996. The others were not screened.

Researchers reported that the death rates from prostate cancer was similar in both groups.

Read More:
Prostate Cancer Test Doesn't Cut death risk.

Facts About Stroke

Today is World Stroke Day and the launch of the 1:6 campaign.  WSO members and partners around the world are joining in solidarity to put forth a simple life-saving message Today. This post is to show support for the campaign by raising awareness of stroke.

A stroke is a cerebral vascular acccident.

Stroke is a cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of deaths worldwide. Strokes are also preventable, which means there are premature deaths due to strokes.

A stroke can also leave the person with a severe disability affecting their quality of life. 

 How much do you know about stroke? 

• Is it true that stroke also attacks children
• Is it true that stroke is responsible for nearly six million deaths every year?
• Is it true that stroke kills more people each year than AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria put together
• Is it true that most strokes are not painful?
• Is it true that stroke is a leading cause of disability worldwide
• Is it true that stroke is the second leading cause of death for people above the age of 60 years?
• Is it true that high blood pressure is the leading risk factor for stroke?

You can learn the answers to these and other facts about stroke.
Find the answers to these questions and more HERE

You can also learn to how to prevent strokes  heart disease and other diseases through patient health education.

Brown rice: 4 Foods Besides Brown Rice That Help Prevent Or Manage Type 2 Diabetes - US News & World Report

According to a recent study, brown rice can help reduce the risk for diabetes.
Apart from brown rice there are some other wholesome food that can do the same.

 They are:

• Peanuts
• Green leafy vegetables
• Fish
• Fat free milk and dairy products

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 Brown rice: 4 Foods Besides Brown Rice That Help Prevent Or Manage Type 2 Diabetes - US News & World Report

Alternative Medicine Hope For Alzheimers Patients

According to recent research, magnets can help Alzheimers patients by relieving symptoms of the disease.

The study was a randomized controlled trial.

The study was small but researchers reported that the findings offer considerable hope that magnets can alter brain activity and help those suffering with the disease.

Magnet therapy has been known to help with stimulating hair growth and boosting energy.

According to the report it can help Alzheimers patients understand what is being said to them.

Read more on this study.