Ginkgo biloba for dementia

Article Abstract:

Ginkgo biloba may have therapeutic effects on some forms of dementia, but the effects are modest and many of the small clinical trials have been poorly designed. In one study, a randomized double blind of 309 patients with Alzheimer's disease or multi-infarct dementia, patients taking 120 mg of ginkgo biloba daily scored higher than others in improved cognitive function. In addition, their caregivers rated them higher, although the clinicians attending to those patients did not report any change.

Evaluation

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The challenge for Cuba

Article Abstract:

This article examines the economic, environmental and health problems in Cuba. Issues discussed include Cuba's relations with Russia, the outbreak of optic neuropathy in 1992, food rationing, contaminated water, Cuba's national health care system, pervasive use of herbal medicine, the deterioration of Cuban infrastructure, and tourism.

Cuba, Social aspects, Infrastructure (Economics), Agricultural policy, Malnutrition

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Gingko extract shown to ease dementia

Article Abstract:

Gingko biloba extract has been proven to improve the cognitive functions and social behavior of individuals with dementia for periods of six to 12 months. There were no safety or adverse effects associated with taking the extract. Germany has recently approved the usage of gingko biloba extract in the treatment of dementia patients.

Care and treatment, Physiological aspects

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