Adam’s Journal I got the shingles vaccine a few years ago to – you guessed it – protect me from shingles. Now I hear it might also have beneficial effects when it comes to preventing Alzheimer’s. I am, of course, quite happy about this news, but it seems weird. Dr. Scofield Prescribes It does seem […]
alzheimer's disease
Rice, Heather
OMRF scientist receives Alzheimer’s Association grant
Research will explore a possible connection between menopause and Alzheimer’s
Bodywork: Deciding when to undergo Alzheimer’s testing
A friend has a parent who lives with Alzheimer’s disease. Because of her family history, she has been offered a blood test to assess her own risk for Alzheimer’s. How accurate are these types of tests – and how useful are they?
Rising Star
November Dr. Sarah Ocañas becomes Oklahoma’s first recipient of a $2.2 million early independence grant. Dr. Sarah Ocañas didn’t take the traditional path to becoming a research scientist. After graduating from college with degrees in mathematics and biology, she joined Teach for America, a nonprofit that sends educators to underserved communities. Ocañas was assigned to Texas’ […]
