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Alzheimer's and dementia: What's the difference?
The terms 'Alzheimer's disease' and 'dementia' are often used to mean the same thing — but here's the real difference between them.
Alzheimer's disease
Understand more about this brain disorder that's the most common cause of dementia. Also learn about new tests and medicines on the market.
Alzheimer's prevention: Does it exist?
Alzheimer's prevention: Strategies for staying physically and mentally fit may be most effective.
Alzheimer's stages: How the disease progresses
Alzheimer's stages — common behaviors as the disease progresses.
Alzheimer's treatments: What's on the horizon?
Alzheimer's treatments now being studied include an Alzheimer's vaccine and several new medicines.
Alzheimer's: Medicines help manage symptoms and slow decline
Although there's no cure for Alzheimer's disease, certain drugs might help you manage your symptoms and improve your life for a time.
Ampullary cancer
Learn more about the causes, diagnosis and treatments for cancer of the ampulla of Vater.
Amputation and diabetes: How to protect your feet
Find out who's at risk and what you can do to protect your feet from diabetes complications.
Amyloidosis
This rare disease can affect different organs in different people. Find out how early and accurate diagnosis can lead to better outcomes.
Aortic dissection
This life-threatening condition occurs when blood leaks through a tear in the body's main artery (aorta). Know the symptoms and how it's treated.
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