Dementia Drugs Help Head AND Heart
June 30, 2022
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COMMON ALZHEIMER’S MEDICATIONS are linked to a reduced risk of heart attacks and death. Learn how major Alzheimer’s drugs may be as good for the
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Aspirin May be Good for Alzheimer’s
June 29, 2022
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MEDICATIONS VIDEO + ARTICLE: Aspirin cleared some Alzheimer’s plaque in the lab. Plaque is the best-known culprit behind Alzheimer’s. Learn about this potential new role
“Age-Related Memory Loss” Has Nothing to Do with Alzheimer’s
June 29, 2022
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VIDEO & ARTICLE – DIAGNOSING MEMORY LOSS: Forgetful? That does not mean Alzheimer’s. Nobel-prize winner Dr. Eric Kandel discovered a key reason we become forgetful.
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MONEY & LAW VIDEO: ALZ-TALK presents eye-opening legal advice to help plan for dementia’s unexpected challenges. Watch this worthwhile primer. It may save you a
Are F18 PET Scans for Alzheimer’s Worth It?
June 27, 2022
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F18 ALZHEIMER’S SCANS offer powerful diagnostic technology, enabling doctors to “see” Alzheimer’s plaque. At $3000 to $6000 per person, are they worth it?
When I Say, “I Have Alzheimer’s,” Please Don’t Say, “Oh!”
June 26, 2022
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LIVING WITH ALZHEIMER’S – VIDEO TIP: See Brian LeBlanc share the lively way he handles his friends and his Alzheimer’s in ordinary conversations.
Breakfast Eggs Don’t Increase Dementia Risk
June 26, 2022
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DIET VS. CHOLESTEROL: High serum cholesterol levels have been linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases as well as increased risk of memory disorders.
Worried About a Driver with Alzheimer’s? Check These 5 Warning Signs
June 24, 2022
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Sugar-Studded Protein Linked to Alzheimer’s
June 24, 2022
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RESEARCH ARTICLE: Researchers have found that a sugar-studded protein could be key to stopping the progression of Alzheimers. Find out more.
Bring Back the Fun (Activity Ideas for Caregivers and People with Dementia)
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