Peter Berger

Breakthrough in Brain Repair

June 9, 2014 3 Comments

Penn State’s Professor Chen has developed an innovative model of regenerating neurons in Alzheimer’s. Learn how Dr. Chen hopes to develop this further in the

Memantine May Help Huntington’s & Other Types of Dementia

June 8, 2014 1 Comment

New research shows that the Alzheimer’s drug memantine (Namenda™) may treat Huntington’s dementia. It seems to improve motor learning and coordination, as well as keep cells alive. It appears to work in a way that could also benefit dementia in traumatic brain injury and some forms of stroke. Can memantine offer a multi-type dementia breakthrough?

“Sleep Well, Be Well” National Campaign Lowers Dementia Risk

June 2, 2014 No Comments

Sleep is restorative and refreshing. It helps clean out Alzheimer’s plaque and lowers vascular dementia risk. Learn to sleep better with the nationwide “Sleep Well,

New Achievements of the U.S. National Alzheimer’s Plan

May 25, 2014 5 Comments

The 2014 update to the National Plan to Address Alzheimer’s Disease was unveiled at the Advisory Council on Alzheimer’s Research, Care, and Services in Washington, DC. Check

Research Explains Why Rapamycin May Slow Aging & Alzheimer’s

May 25, 2014 1 Comment

A proven approach to slow the aging process and associated diseases is dietary restriction. New research helps explain the action of a drug that appears

Sleep Tied to Vascular Dementia Risk

May 23, 2014 No Comments

VIDEO & ARTICLE See why a Taiwanese study closely connects insomnia and vascular problems. (Vascular problems like stroke and heart attack are primary causes of

Where Dementia Research is Heading in the USA

May 18, 2014 No Comments

RESEARCH VIDEO See how the U.S. government’s NIH sets the pace of America’s dementia research. Learn about their strategies, agendas and the initiatives they empower.

Rasagiline for Parkinson’s May Also Treat Alzheimer’s

May 18, 2014 1 Comment

Research has shown that the Parkinson’s drug, rasagiline, could be a viable therapeutic option for people with Alzheimer’s disease. Learn about the new effort to

A Caregiver’s Guide to Lewy Body Dementia

May 18, 2014 No Comments

BOOK OF THE WEEK This brilliant guide received the Caregiver Friendly Award from Today’s Caregiver Magazine. Lewy Body Dementia is the 2nd leading cause of

CERE-110 Gene Therapy Stabilizes Alzheimer’s Brain Cells

May 15, 2014 14 Comments

VIDEO + ARTICLE CERE-110 is a big step forward for Alzheimer’s clinical trials. It induces brain cells to make their own nerve-growth-factor, so they can

Sundowning, Daylight Savings Time and Dementia

November 3, 2024

Daylight Savings Time can disrupt the environment and daily routine of people with Alzheimer’s. See how to be proactive when changing the clock.

They invented hugs to let people know you love them without saying anything,

Thought of the Week: They Invented Hugs

November 3, 2024

They invented hugs to let people know, You love them, without saying anything.

Leqembi Autoinjector to Treat Alzheimer’s in Seconds, Not Hours

November 3, 2024

Leqembi is an FDA-Approved Alzheimer’s treatment. Hospital infusions take an hour each. 2025 is looking to see a new 15-second autoinjector version. For some, it should even work at home.

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Common Alzheimer’s Medications Slow Cognitive Decline

Swedish researchers find that cholinesterase inhibitors provide cognitive benefits and reduce mortality for up to five years after an Alzheimer’s diagnosis. One medication significantly reduced the risk of developing severe dementia.

A Happy Partner Leads to Less Dementia

Researchers find optimistic people contribute to the health of their partners, staving off risk factors leading to Alzheimer’s disease, other dementias and cognitive decline as they grow old together.

Adding Meaningfully Beautiful Moments to Dementia

Bringing art and creativity into elder care settings helps families reconnect with loved ones who have dementia. In this moving talk, Anne Bastings shares how.

When Hurricanes Threaten Dementia

When a hurricane hits Florida — or anywhere that has a very large population of people with dementia, there are special preparations that should be made by those living with dementia. Check these dementia-in-a-storm readiness lists.