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Investigational Therapies Miss Primary End Point in Alzheimer Disease Trial
Topline data were announced from the phase 2/3 DIAN-TU study of solanezumab (Eli Lilly) and gantenerumab (Genentech) in patients at risk for or with dominantly inherited Alzheimer disease.
Belsomra Labeling Updated to Include Data on Insomnia in Alzheimer Disease
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved updates to the prescribing information for Belsomra® (suvorexant; Merck) to include study findings for the treatment of insomnia in patients with mild to moderate Alzheimer disease.
Antipsychotic Initiation Raises Risk for Head Injury, TBI in Alzheimer Disease
Individuals with Alzheimer disease (AD) initiating antipsychotics have an increased risk for head injuries and traumatic brain injury.
Decrease in US Incidence of Alzheimer Disease Seen From 2007 to 2014
From 2007 to 2014, there was a decrease in the diagnosed incidence of Alzheimer disease.
Early-Stage Alzheimer Disease Has Adverse Financial Consequences
Robust evidence shows households are at significant risk for large adverse changes in liquid assets.
New Alzheimer Disease Drug to Be Submitted for FDA Approval
New analysis of study results suggests highest dose of aducanumab may help slow cognitive decline.
Hydroxychloroquine Use Not Linked With Risk for Alzheimer Disease
Investigators addressed the association between long-term use of hydroxychloroquine therapy and the risk for Alzheimer disease.
Stepwise Approach Effective for Primary Care Dementia Screening
Stepwise screening starts with a single question on subjective memory loss.
Trial Investigating Pimavanserin for Dementia-Related Psychosis Stopped Early Due to Positive Findings
A phase 3 trial evaluating pimavanserin (Acadia) for the treatment of dementia-related psychosis has been stopped early due to positive findings in a planned interim efficacy analysis.
Hearing Aid Use Tied to Lower Risk for Dementia, Depression, Falls
Use of hearing aids is associated with lower risks for being diagnosed with Alzheimer disease, dementia, depression, anxiety, and injurious falls among elderly adults diagnosed with hearing loss.
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