Mineral status and superoxide dismutase enzyme activity in Alzheimer's disease.

The study evaluated the dietary intake of zinc and copper, as measured by plasma and erythrocyte concentrations, the Cu/Zn ratio and measure the erythrocyte superoxide dismutase enzyme (eSOD) activity and the relationship between these markers and the degree of dementia in elderly individuals with and without Alzheimer's Disease (AD). A total of 93 elderly people aged 60-94 years were divided into two groups: with AD (n=44) and without AD (n=49). The NINCDS-ADRDA criteria were used for diagnosing AD, and dementia staging was determined using the Clinical Dementia Rating (CDR) scale.

[Prevention of breast cancer in elderly women: a review].

This is a national literature review that aimed to reflect on the prevention of breast cancer in the elderly woman. This curiosity arose from the observation of demographic transition and of course Brazilian feminisation of old age, which imposes specific demands assists and integrals for this population segment. It is emphasized the need to extend the knowledge about the problem, as well as overcoming the negligence in the prevention of this disease, especially in old age.

[Heath education on osteoporosis for elderly university students].

The purpose of this study was to analyze knowledge and concepts in relation to osteoporosis and changes in eating habits among elderly university students before and after an educational intervention. An action-based research strategy applied questionnaires to 95 individuals ranging in age from 60 to 86 years, with or without osteoporosis. The work showed an obvious lack of knowledge concerning important information about the disease and measures needed to better control progressive loss of bone mass.