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Alzheimer’s Disease

Deborah Mash, Director, UM Brain Endowment Bank (Source: CBS4)

Focus on South Florida: Brain Banks

Brain banks are changing the way doctors are treating patients. At the University of Miami, brain tissue is studied at the Brain Endowment Bank and sent to researchers worldwide. We focus on the work done there, and how it helps unlock the mysteries of diseases like Alzheimer’s.

My TV 33–2013/05/13

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Report: Florida Second In U.S. For Number Of Alzheimer’s Cases

In Florida’s battle against Alzheimer’s, the disease is winning, according to a new report.

CBS4–2013/03/30

Legendary University of Miami baseball coach Ron Fraser, know by many as “The Wizard of college baseball” has died at the age of 79. (Source: .hurricanesports.com)

Viewing Held For Former UM Baseball Coach Ron Fraser

Loved one and fans paid their respects to former University of Miami baseball coach Ron Fraser.

CBS4–2013/01/27

Legendary University of Miami baseball coach Ron Fraser, know by many as “The Wizard of college baseball” has died at the age of 79. (Source: .hurricanesports.com)

Funeral Arrangements Set For Former UM Coach Ron Fraser

Funeral arrangements for legendary former University of Miami baseball coach Ron Fraser have been set by the family after the man affectionately known as “The Wizard of College Baseball,” died over the weekend at the age of 79.

CBS Miami–2013/01/22

Luis Felipe Ferrando, 79, suffers from Alzheimer's Disease and has been missing since Monday, December 3, 2012. He is the father of a Hialeah firefighter. (Source: Hialeah Police Department)

Missing Father Of Hialeah Firefighter Found Safe

The elderly father of a Hialeah firefighter has been found safe and in good health after family members were unable to locate him for nearly two days.

CBS4–2012/12/04

(Source: Florida-arts.org)

Fmr. Florida Secretary Of State George Firestone Dead At 80

George Firestone, the former Florida Secretary of State known for launching the Sunshine State into foreign trade by pushing for free trade zones, has died. He was 80.

CBS4–2012/03/03

A young man died after being shot outside a Hollywood apartment early Saturday morning. (Source: AP)

CDC: Homicide Drops From Top 15 Causes Of Death

Homicide is no longer one of the top 15 causes of death in the United States, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

CBS4–2012/01/11

Coffee In Cup With Spoon

Study: Coffee May Hinder Development Of Alzheimer’s Disease

Coffee lovers can erase the guilt when refilling their mugs.A new study by conducted by University of South Florida researchers found that a mystery ingredient in your morning joe could protect you from developing Alzheimer’s disease

CBS4–2011/06/22

(Source: AP) A cross-section of a brain

Brain Matters Targets Alzheimer’s

A new case of Alzheimer’s disease is diagnosed every 70 seconds in America. South Florida is ground zero for the disease and that’s why one of the largest private facilities to treat it is here in the area.

CBS4–2011/03/02

(Source: CBS4)

Lojacking Technology To Help Find Wandering Elderly

Lojack installed in vehicles traditionally has allowed law enforcement to find stolen cars, but now it can help find people who have wandered away from home.

CBS4–2011/02/11

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