Study reverses earlier finding

A little while ago, I posted over on Help My Hurt about how people who take ibuprofen may lower their risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. Well, guess what? Now we're told that isn't so.
According to the article, Celebrex and Aleve show no benefit for Alzheimer's patients, the idea that the drugs could help reduce inflammation in the brain and slow down Alzheimer's progression just didn't pan out.

So, the next time I report study findings, I just might add this disclaimer, "the study is presented as published in the reported journal. However, keep in mind that we may find out next week that this study is wrong and has been superceded by a study that claims the opposite. That newer study, however, could be proven inaccurate further down the road so, you might as well believe whatever it is you want to believe."

What do you think?


Over at Help My Hurt today:

Blog Carnival: Living with pain
Depression and chronic pain
Using a cane may delay knee osteoarthritis progression
People with diabetes at risk for arthritis
Today is Fibromyalgia Awareness Day
Is kyphoplasty right for your back pain?

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