Einstein-Montefiore researchers present multiple findings

researchBOSTON: Investigators at Montefiore Health System and Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University claim “We are focusing on how the brain ages in the absence of disease, to provide a foundation for identifying the earliest features of Alzheimer’s disease. Early detection is key Read More »

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Seniors housing developers compete for Global Award

trophyNEW YORK: The six hundred and seventieth entry for the seniors housing Global Awards for 2015 has been received.

Fish Haven Apartments, billed as a “60-unit, upscale, multi-family housing complex” is nearing completion, and the developer, Pete Ramsell, says the next phase of the project will Read More »

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Filipino Community plans 70 low-income housing units

philippine flagNEW YORK: The Filipino Community plans to start construction next year of 70 apartments for low-income seniors and others.

The four-storey building will serve Filipinos and other immigrants and refugees.

The complex will be built on seven land parcels, totaling 30,000 square feet. The horseshoe-shaped building Read More »

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Having high blood pressure may decrease risk of developing Alzheimer’s

blood pressureCHICAGO: Although high blood pressure is a negative health condition that is to be avoided, having genes that increase the risk of hypertension may actually help to lower the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. In addition, a new study indicates that anti-hypertensive medication may also Read More »

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