Taipei Music School for Dementia
September 28, 2023
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A first-of-its-kind music school has launched in Taipei, offering free lessons to older adults with dementia and other disabilities.
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The Genetic Factor That Fends Off Alzheimer’s
September 22, 2023
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A massive study of medical and genetic data shows that people with a particular version of a gene involved in immune response had a lower risk of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.
Husband and Wife Talk Dementia Diagnosis
September 21, 2023
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Popular British news presenter Alistair Stewart first realized something was wrong when he could not tie his shoelaces, but his wife Sally was way ahead of him. Watch now.
Ferroptosis Builds Up Brain Iron, Triggering Alzheimer’s
September 15, 2023
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Scientists at Oregon’s only public academic health center (OHSU) have discovered a new avenue of cell death in Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia.
Ketosis and Alzheimer’s: Dr. Cunnane’s Dietary Journey
September 13, 2023
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Early evidence indicates that ketogenic therapy is a safe and effective treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of dementia. Dr. Stephen Cunnane discusses how ketogenic therapies can help.
ARIA in Lacanemab, Donanemab and Aduhelm
September 8, 2023
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A neuroradiologist at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL warns that increased use of monoclonal antibody treatment for Alzheimer’s has also led to the discovery of amyloid-related imaging abnormalities — ARIA. Find out more.
A Timeline of Alzheimer’s Drug Development
September 7, 2023
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The first drugs for Alzheimer’s disease emerged in the 1990s, but since then there has been a wave of clinical trial failures, major companies pulling resources from neuroscience R&D, and progress.
Keys Bags Names Words
August 31, 2023
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“Keys Bags Names Words” is a hopeful Alzheimer’s movie. The film portrays stories of young scientists and artists from around the world in, their effort to help those who are affected.
Tau-PET Best Predictor of Alzheimer’s Cognitive Decline
August 25, 2023
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Tau PET is an imaging test used to detect the presence of tau protein in the brain. Researchers say it’s the best way to predict the rate of cognitive decline due to Alzheimer’s.
Handling Hallucinations in Alzheimer’s Dementia
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A person with dementia can experience hallucinations when the regions of the brain responsible for interpreting sights and sounds are affected. Here are ways to deal with it.
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