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News: February 14, 2012
Abnormal Protein May Explain Loss of Smell With Alzheimer's
THURSDAY, Sept. 29 (HealthDay News) -- A loss of a sense of smell can be one of the earliest signs of Alzheimer's disease. New research suggests that an abnormal form of a protein -- amyloid precursor protein, or APP -- which has been previously a...
Homeopathic Nasal Zinc Linked to Loss of Smell
MONDAY, July 19 (HealthDay News) -- To try and lessen the effects of the common cold, many people have turned to homeopathic remedies, including products containing zinc. However, a new analysis suggests that nasal gels containing zinc and nasal s...
Lost Sense of Smell Noted Among Ground Zero Workers Post-9/11
TUESDAY, May 18 (HealthDay News) -- Exposure to a dangerous cocktail of smoke, dust, fumes and gases among those involved in clean-up, rescue, recovery and demolition at the World Trade Center ultimately compromised the workers' sense of smell, ne...
Acupuncture May Help Restore Lost Sense of Smell
THURSDAY, April 1 (HealthDay News) -- Acupuncture may help people who lose their sense of smell after a viral infection, researchers say. In a new study, 15 patients with post-viral olfactory dysfunction (PVOD) had 10 weekly, 30-minute sessions of...
Loss of Smell Could Be Early Sign of Alzheimer's
TUESDAY, Jan. 12 (HealthDay News) -- New research in mice suggests that loss of smell could serve as an early indicator of Alzheimer's disease. People with Alzheimer's are already known to suffer from loss of smell. But the new research pinpoints ...
Drug Might Restore Sense of Smell
FRIDAY, July 10 (HealthDay News) -- A drug once used to treat asthma and other respiratory conditions shows promise in restoring a sense of smell to those who have lost that precious ability. "More work needs to be done but, for patients for whom ...
FDA Issues Warning for Over-the-Counter Cold Remedy
TUESDAY, June 16 (HealthDay News) -- U.S. health officials on Tuesday warned consumers to stop using Zicam nasal cold remedy products because they can cause the loss of a sense of smell. The specific products contained in the warning include Zicam...
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