Who Was Alzheimer’s Patient #1 ?
September 18, 2025
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“She said, ‘I have lost myself.’ How did Doctor Alzheimer discover the heartbreaking disease of memory loss that bears his name?
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How Do You Know If Someone Has Alzheimer’s?
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What are the early symptoms of Alzheimer’s? When to get a professional evaluation.
Anemia Triggers Dementia. Fight it with a Good Diet.
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Anemia (low level of red blood cells) can increase dementia risk 41%. You can do something about it. Learn what it takes.
I’m Not Gonna Miss You
September 15, 2025
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This video is a tribute to superstar Glen Campbell. See him share his personal Alzheimer’s journey with his intensely beautiful Alzheimer’s song.
Alzheimer’s Lethargy Due to Neurodegeneration, Not Insomnia
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The tendency of Alzheimer’s patients to sleep throughout the day is not due to nighttime insomnia — it has to do with the degeneration of a type of neuron, according to a research study.
Helping a Person with Dementia to Clean Their Teeth
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Tooth brushing in dementia can involve a number of tricky details. Anticipating needs is all it takes to make it easy to brush teeth. See dozens of tips to help people with dementia keep their mouth, breath and teeth clean and fresh.
SPARK: What Happened to Robin Williams’ Brain?
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TRAILER: Robin Williams and his battle with Lewy Body Dementia.
Don’t Walk Away from Alzheimer’s
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There is a choice we make when a loved one gets Alzheimer’s. Walk away, or don’t walk away. Marilyn’s Mom told her to walk away. Marilyn chose not to. She’s glad she didn’t. Share her journey.
Thought of the Week: True Strength
September 10, 2025
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Anyone can give up,
It’s the easiest thing in the world to do.
But to hold it together
When everyone else would understand
If you fell apart,
That’s true strength.
Is Sugar Really to Blame for Alzheimer’s?
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Sugar, the brain, and Alzheimer’s – just how tight is their connection? Check out this update from Tulane University’s targeted study.
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