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• Heart Medication Linked to Reduction in Incidence and Progression of Alzheimer's Disease

  Last Updated: 2010-1-26  ::

  Heart medication may be prescribed to help decrease the stress of the heart or to improve its function. A large study from Boston has shown that the medications may also provide some protection against Alzheimer's.

• Ginkgo Biloba Not Associated with Slower Decline in Cognitive Function

  Last Updated: 2010-1-14  ::

  Ginkgo Biloba is often sold as an aid for a healthy brain, but it may not be as effective as some believe. In a large study, people that were given ginkgo biloba supplements were not found to have lower rates of cognitive decline than those that did not take the supplements.

• Supplements Associated with Improved Asthma Control in Children

  Last Updated: 2009-12-15  ::

  Good asthma management can lead to decrease use of medicine, illness, and improved quality of life. Researchers from Egypt found that certain vitamins and dietary supplements may be an effective tool for asthma management in children.

• Yoga May Be Beneficial in Asthma Control

  Last Updated: 2009-12-7  ::

  Researchers from India found that a yoga program may also be an effective tool in an asthma management program.

• Acetaminophen May Reduce Vaccination Response

  Last Updated: 2009-11-2  ::

  Acetaminophen is often given just after vaccines to reduce the chance of developing a fever. However, researchers from the Czech Republic found that in addition to lowering fever, the medication may also lower the immune response to the vaccine.

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