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Sleep-Disordered Breathing is a Risk Factor for Dementia
Sleep-disordered breathing is a significant risk factor for cognitive decline and continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy may prevent or slow this process. -
Amyloid Mimics Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
Amyloidosis may present with the clinical and electrophysiologic features of chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy. Nerve biopsy may be necessary to make an accurate diagnosis. -
Extended-Release Pramipexole in Early and Advanced Parkinson's Disease
Extended-release pramipexole is effective in both early and advanced Parkinson's disease, with a safety and tolerability profile similar to that of immediate-release pramipexole. -
Pharmacology Watch
Apixaban could soon join the anticoagulation market; Chinese herbs for flu; chronic medication and discontinuation after hospitalization; and FDA actions. -
Neurology Alert - Full October 2011 Issue in PDF
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Finding Order in Alzheimer's Biomarkers
Measurement of biomarkers, including Ab42 and tau protein in the CSF along with volumetric measurements of the hippocampus, may help in the diagnosis of early or presymptomatic Alzheimer's disease. -
Clinical Briefs in Primary Care Supplement
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We Can Help our Seniors Sleep Better Without Dangerous Pills
A brief amount of face-to-face and telephone counseling helps seniors sleep better without prescription medications. Direct counseling is superior to giving reading materials. -
Relationship Between Activity Levels and Cognitive Impairment in Older Adults
Greater daily activity energy expenditure appears to reduce the incidence of cognitive impairment in a dose-response manner. -
Internal Medicine Alert - Full September 29, 2011 Issue in PDF