VIDEO: Few movies and books capture the Alzheimer’s experience like Dr. Lisa Genova’s “Still Alice.” See Lisa describe how “Still Alice” is helping families stay
MEDICATION: New insights in using Alzheimer’s drugs for other memory problems shows why these medications are no simple memory patch.
RESEARCH ARTICLE: Researchers find that niacin, used as FDA-approved Niaspan, reduces Alzheimer’s amyloid plaques and improves cognition. Learn more.
Are concussions a given part of playing hard? Watch legend Tony Dorsett share his news and tell his story.
Researchers find that people with dementia who received the drug suvorexant showed a drop in tau and amyloid beta. The drug is already available for sleep problems in Alzheimer’s. Learn more.
Canada’s first dementia village enables its inhabitants to live their lives in freedom and dignity, while ensuring they have person-centered care. Learn more.
Check out the 12 top tips in working with people with dementia. Great for family caregivers, too!
Are concussions a given part of playing hard? Watch legend Tony Dorsett share his news and tell his story.
Check out the 12 top tips in working with people with dementia. Great for family caregivers, too!
Researchers say a lifestyle-only treatment which includes increased physical activity may be the best prescription for preventing vascular and other issues that can lead to dementia. Their prescription: sit less and move more for mildly high blood pressure and cholesterol, which helps address vascular issues.
Scientists at UC San Francisco have found a way to reverse some of the negative effects of aging on the brain, using a video game designed to improve cognitive control.
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