New hope for the future comes in the form of research findings that Alzheimer’s may be detectable up to 18 years before an official diagnosis. Earlier detection could mean more opportunity for treatment. The Mayo Clinic defines Alzheimer’s disease as “a progressive disease that destroys memory and other important mental functions. It’s the most common […]
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New Blood Test Could Detect This Sneaky Type of Cancer
The pancreas is a small organ in the abdomen that is located behind the lower portion of the stomach. It contains enzymes that play an important role in digestion, as well as hormones that assist in metabolizing sugars. Pancreatic cancer claims over 40,000 lives in the U.S. each year. It currently accounts for approximately three […]


