Adams, Albert E. “Ned”

Albert E. “Ned” Adams, 81, died Friday, September 11 at the Jewish Healthcare Center. He leaves his wife of 24 years, Ruth E. (Bengtson) Adams; four sons, Thomas H. Adams of Wilbraham, James E. Adams and his wife Grace of Worcester, David S. Adams and his...

Field, Florence E. (Gillis)

Florence E. (Gillis) Field, 91, passed away Monday, October 12, 2009 at Dodge Park Rest Home, surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by 3 sons, Bradley E. Field and his wife Nancy of Worcester, Dr. Bruce M. Field and his wife Carolyn of Northboro, and Robert...

Polling Station at Dodge Park Rest Home 12/8/2009

In accordance with MA State Law, Governor Patrick has set a date for the special state election to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Senator Edward M. Kennedy. Dodge Park Rest Home will host the polling station for the area. For more information please contact...

Can Beta Carotene Supplementation Prevent Cognitive Decline?

These results from PHS II hint at some benefit, but recommending supplements would be premature. Oxidative stress has been implicated in the development of cognitive decline and dementia. Several studies have assessed whether antioxidant vitamins can lower the risk...

A Possible Blood Protein Diagnostic Test for Alzheimer Disease

This report suggests that a simple blood test may be quite accurate in identifying presymptomatic AD. However, larger studies performed by teams independent of the company that developed the test are needed to confirm the accuracy and utility of the test. Anthony L....