Could Plaque Slow Blood Flow in the Brain?

Plaque linked to Alzheimer's disease now thought to also slow the brain's blood flow

Tuesday, November 24, 2015 Follow Us         Featured Alzheimer's-Linked Brain Plaques May Also Slow Blood Flow They've long been associated with Alzheimer's disease, and now new research in animals suggests that protein plaques might slow the brain's blood flow, as well. Buildup of the amyloid... Read more ...  News High 'Resting' Heart Rate Tied to Higher Odds of Early Death A rapid "resting" heartbeat might mean you have a higher risk of dying early, researchers suggest. "Higher resting heart rate is an independent predictor of all-cause and cardiovascular death," said... Read more ... Motorized Wheelchair Users at Raised Risk for Traffic Deaths: Study The advent of motorized wheelchairs has given thousands of disabled Americans much more independence and mobility. But along with that freedom comes an increase in traffic-related... Read more ... Anything Fishy About Genetically Modified Salmon? The FDA has approved the first genetically modified animal, a kind of salmon, meant to feed people. The agency took nearly 2 decades to make its decision on the new breed of fish, called... Read more ... Health Tip: Using Technology to Get Fit You don't absolutely need a fancy gadget to help you get fit, but technology can make it more fun and help motivate you. The American Council on Exercise mentions these examples... Read more ... Health Tip: Enjoy Heart-Healthy Holiday Foods Fat- and calorie-laden dishes abound during the holidays, but you can enjoy the fruits of the season in a healthy way. The American Heart Association suggests... Read more ... Senior Health Center MedicineNet's Senior Health Center gives you all of the tools necessary to maintain a healthy body and mind as you age. Get access to various senior health topics, slideshows, quizzes and medications for reference. This important topic area guides seniors through the stages of their life, as well as learning the conditions and diseases that may occur. Educating yourself for transitions into different phases of life is key to a healthy, happy, and productive life. Read more ... Health Tools   Picture Slideshows   Quizzes   Health & Living   Pinpoint Your Pain   Medical Word of the Day   More Newsletters   Diseases and Conditions   Medical Picture of the Day   MedicineNet Home