Monday, August 10, 2009

Alzheimer's Disease and Vision - Health Blog - WSJ

By Shirley S. Wang Alzheimer’s patients have trouble seeing contrast, which can make it difficult to see, for example, exactly where one stair ends and the next begins. Scientists think the deficit is related to the same pathology that destroys patients’ memory. Now, doctors are working on ways to help patients deal with this deficit and improve their ability to handle some basic requirements of daily living, the Boston Globe reports. Read More
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  1. hogncanAugust 10, 2009 at 12:45 PM

    The brain is such a tricky thing! That is why it is so important to engage in at least 5 minutes of brain fitness a day! Whether it be completing a crossword puzzle or a brain challenge we can help prevent such diseases as Alzheimer's and memory loss!

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