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http://www.merck.com/pubs/mm_geriatrics/sec5/ch40.htm
Editor's Pick Dementia Open in a new browser window Editor's Pick
   Overview and fact sheet on dementia from the Merck Medical Manual.
   http://www.merck.com/pubs/mm_geriatrics/sec5/ch40.htm
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/disorders/multi-infarctdementia_doc.htm
Editor's Pick Multi-infarct or Vascular Dementia Open in a new browser window Editor's Pick
   Good overview of dementia from strokes or other vascular causes. Maintained by the National Institute of Health
   http://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/disorders/multi-infarctdementia_doc.htm

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http://mysite.verizon.net/res6umrs/Caregiver/caregiver.htm
Adult Caregivers Open in a new browser window
   Designed to assist those who have loved ones in different stages of Dementia and Alzheimer's. Help and support for them and their loved one.
   http://mysite.verizon.net/res6umrs/Caregiver/caregiver.htm
http://www.alzheimers.asn.au
Alzheimer's Association Open in a new browser window
   Latest information on dementia, drug trials, research, support and education.
   http://www.alzheimers.asn.au
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/disorders/binswang_doc.htm
Binswanger's Disease Open in a new browser window
   Subcortical Arteriosclerotic Encephalopathy information sheet compiled by National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
   http://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/disorders/binswang_doc.htm
http://www.memorydisorder.org
Butler Hospital Memory Disorders Program Open in a new browser window
   Designed to assist individuals with memory loss and dementia and their families by providing high quality, comprehensive evaluation and treatment, while also researching and developing new treatments for Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia, an
   http://www.memorydisorder.org
http://www.uphs.upenn.edu/cndr/
Center for Neurodegenerative Disease Research (CNDR) Open in a new browser window
   Information on Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and other neurodegenerative diseases for patients, families, physicians and researchers.
   http://www.uphs.upenn.edu/cndr/
http://penta.ufrgs.br/edu/telelab/3/dementia.htm
Definition - Dementia Open in a new browser window
   From a dictionary of terms pertaining to memory processes.
   http://penta.ufrgs.br/edu/telelab/3/dementia.htm
http://hcd2.bupa.co.uk/fact_sheets/mosby_factsheets/Dementia.html
Dementia - from BUPA Open in a new browser window
   Concise fact sheet explaining the causes, symptoms and treatment of this disorder, available for down loading in Adobe Acrobat.
   http://hcd2.bupa.co.uk/fact_sheets/mosby_factsheets/Dementia.html
http://www.dasninternational.org/
Dementia Advocacy and Support Network International Open in a new browser window
   Provides information about DASN, a non-profit organization. Includes news headlines and extensive resources for the diseases.
   http://www.dasninternational.org/
http://www.dementia-voice.org.uk/
Dementia Voice Open in a new browser window
   Offers individualized courses for specific settings e.g. day care, residential. Primary operations in the UK.
   http://www.dementia-voice.org.uk/
http://www.dementia.com
Dementia.com Open in a new browser window
   Comprehensive information and tools on dementia, created for medical professionals and for patients or caregivers.
   http://www.dementia.com
http://www.ncpamd.com/dementia.htm
Dementia: Diagnosis and Treatment Open in a new browser window
   Diagnosis, management and support for individuals and families affected by dementia
   http://www.ncpamd.com/dementia.htm
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/alzheimersdisease/detail_alzheimersdisease.htm
Dementias: Hope Through Research Open in a new browser window
   Information on Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia, and other types of dementia compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS).
   http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/alzheimersdisease/detail_alzheimersdisease.htm
http://www.ethnicelderscare.net
Ethnic Elders Care Open in a new browser window
   Covers diagnostic and treatment issues in dementia among ethnic elders and includes listings for memory disorders clinics, medical news, caregiver advice and information on cultural aspects of dementia.
   http://www.ethnicelderscare.net
http://www.health4her.com/library/concerns/concern.asp?concern=111
Health4her Open in a new browser window
   Information about dementia, its diagnosis, causes and treatment options.
   http://www.health4her.com/library/concerns/concern.asp?concern=111
http://www.justanotherdisability.org
Just Another Disability Open in a new browser window
   Aims to bring together architects, designers and care professionals, people with dementia, their carers and families to create a comprehensive guide to making design dementia friendly.
   http://www.justanotherdisability.org
http://www.kingshill-research.org/
Kingshill Research Centre Open in a new browser window
   Dementia information: resources, definition, and symptoms.
   http://www.kingshill-research.org/
http://www.ourcivilisation.com/madcow/kuru.htm
Kuru Disease Open in a new browser window
   An explanation of this brain rotting disease found only in a remote part of New Guinea.
   http://www.ourcivilisation.com/madcow/kuru.htm
http://www.mayoclinic.com/home?id=HQ00516
Mayo Clinic: Behavior and Dementia Open in a new browser window
   A description of the condition and its causes and methods of coping.
   http://www.mayoclinic.com/home?id=HQ00516
http://memory.kingshill-research.org
Memory - Helping Yourself Open in a new browser window
   Offers you information on how to look after your memory and what to do if you are concerned about your own or someone else's memory problems.
   http://memory.kingshill-research.org
http://www.memorybook.co.uk
Memory Book Open in a new browser window
   Free download of 15 page booklet about memory problems and how to overcome them. For mild memory impairment through to serious dementia.
   http://www.memorybook.co.uk
http://memorycenter.bsd.uchicago.edu/
Memory Center - University of Chicago Open in a new browser window
   Information on dementia from the highly esteemed Memory Center at the University of Chicago Medical Center.
   http://memorycenter.bsd.uchicago.edu/
http://www.methodisthealth.com/health/nervsystem/alzdemen.htm
Methodist Health - Dementia Open in a new browser window
   Description of dementia types. Causes of dementia or dementia-like symptoms.
   http://www.methodisthealth.com/health/nervsystem/alzdemen.htm
http://www.neurologychannel.com/dementia/
Neurology Channel - Dementia Open in a new browser window
   Introduction to dementia, ask a doctor forum.
   http://www.neurologychannel.com/dementia/
http://www.signpostjournal.co.uk/
Signpost Journal Open in a new browser window
   Specialist journal for health care professionals in the fields of dementia and geriatric mental health. Non-profit on-line articles from Wales, UK.
   http://www.signpostjournal.co.uk/
http://www.thecliveproject.demon.co.uk
The Clive Project Open in a new browser window
   Care and support for younger people (under 65 years of age) with dementia (early onset dementia) and Alzheimer's Disease, and their families.
   http://www.thecliveproject.demon.co.uk
http://www.memorycentre.com
The Memory Centre Open in a new browser window
   Specializes in the assessment of memory difficulties and related problems including Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. Find the symptoms, causes, treatments, and consultancy information. Located in East Melbourne.
   http://www.memorycentre.com
http://aging.med.nyu.edu/about/index.html
The NYU Silberstein Aging & Dementia Research Center (ADRC) Open in a new browser window
   Center dedicated to understanding brain aging and dementia through research, education and treatment.
   http://aging.med.nyu.edu/about/index.html
http://www.psychguides.com/ecgs1.php
Treatment of Agitation in the Elderly with Dementia Open in a new browser window
   Provides information for the medical practitioner dealing with the elderly who have dementia: discusses assessment,treatment, dosing, safety and continued management.
   http://www.psychguides.com/ecgs1.php
http://www.medsch.wisc.edu/wai/clinics.html
Wisconsin Alzheimer's Institute: Dementia Diagnostic Clinics Open in a new browser window
   A list of Wisconsin-specific care and diagnostic centers.
   http://www.medsch.wisc.edu/wai/clinics.html
http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/38533-1.asp
eMedicine Health - Dementia Overview Open in a new browser window
   Consumer health resource center providing information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment.
   http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/38533-1.asp

Last Updated: 2004-12-04 13:37:08