Thought of the Week: Perseverance & Spirit
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Perseverance and spirit have done wonders in all ages. (George Washington)
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Caffeine & Alzheimer’s: Protects Before, Problems After
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DIET: Years of good research suggests caffeine lowers dementia risk. New research uncovers a subtle twist – AFTER dementia kicks in, caffeine may exert negative effects. Get the facts.
Social for 1 Day Improves Cognition for 3
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Researchers find that adults ages 70 to 90 who enjoy a pleasant social life, also have a better cognitive life.
27 Sleep Tips to Fight Alzheimer’s
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Poor sleep aggravates dementia and increases Alzheimer’s risk. Sleeping well restores and refreshes the brain. Learn to get a good night’s sleep to prevent and treat dementia. Check out these tips.
Leqembi Best at Fighting Alzheimer’s in Men
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See why Leqembi is even more effective in males than females, at fighting Alzheimer’s.
20% Less Dementia with Shingles Vaccine
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Stanford Medicine’s new analysis of a vaccination program found shingles vaccines appear to lower dementia diagnoses by 20% — more than any other known intervention.
Biogen Targets Alzheimer’s Tau
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Thought of the Week: Twice the Presence
April 17, 2025
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My Mind is Running Dry But Love Still Speaks
April 16, 2025
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Leqembi Becomes Europe’s First Alzheimer’s Antibody
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