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Peter Berger

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Understanding Anosognosia: The Hidden Barrier in Dementia Care

February 22, 2026 No Comments

When Memory Loss Becomes Invisible to Those Who Need Help Most

Eating More Ketones May Fight Alzheimer’s

February 20, 2026 No Comments

Ketone-rich diets increase the SIRT3 protein that protects neurons from death during the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. But how does it work? Find out more.

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Korsana’s Alzheimer’s Treatment Promises Safer Care — But When?

February 20, 2026 No Comments

A safer Alzheimer’s treatment may be on the horizon — but families still have meaningful choices today.

The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the grandest intention.

Thought of the Week: Grandest Intention

February 19, 2026 6 Comments

The smallest act of kindness is worth more than The grandest intention. Oscar Wilde

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How Doctors Decide Who Qualifies for Leqembi

February 19, 2026 No Comments

Many diagnosed patients won’t qualify — here are the
7 medical criteria.

My Forgetfulness: Alzheimer’s or Normal Aging?

February 18, 2026 No Comments

People worry about becoming forgetful. Is it the first sign of Alzheimer’s or just the passing years? After all, forgetfulness is a normal part of aging. Check out these quick ways to tell the difference.

The Power of the Familiar: How In-Home Routines Transform Life with Alzheimer’s

February 18, 2026 No Comments

Creating peace, calm and a sense of control over their environment is the best gift to give a person living with Alzheimer’s. Learn all about In-Home Routines.

Financial Problems Can Signal Dementia Onset

February 17, 2026 No Comments

Researchers found in a study that people who developed dementia were more likely to have their credit rating drop at least two and a half years before the diagnosis. Some had problems managing their money up to six years before. Find out more.

I Am My Father’s Keeper

February 17, 2026 No Comments

A personal diary of a daughter with a medical background that chronicles her journey while caring for her father with Alzheimer’s, and gives the reader the gift of both perspectives, that of a loving daughter and the trained professional.

Curing Alzheimer’s by Fixing Proteins, Not Clearing Them

February 16, 2026 No Comments

Scientists say restoring a brain protein, not removing amyloid plaques, should be the target of Alzheimer’s dementia therapies. The researchers said treatment might lie in normalizing the levels of a specific brain protein.

You’re Still Our Hero, I’m Writing You This, So When You Forget, You Can Remember

June 21, 2026

When You Forget Song by Kane Brown ‧ 2025 When You Forget Kane Brown The High Road Lyrics I walked in the room and looked

How Your Doctors Diagnose Dementia

June 20, 2026

Accurately diagnosing a dementia type can be very beneficial, even life-saving. With over 100 dementia types but no simple test, see tools and techniques to better diagnose dementia.

BJ Miller giving a TED Talk on What Matters in Advanced Dementia

What Really Matters in Advanced Dementia

June 19, 2026

VIDEO + TRANSCRIPT: What do people wish for in dementia? Comfort, respect, love… Dr. BJ Miller shares deep thoughts on creating a dignified, graceful life for people nearing the end of life. Take your time & savor this moving talk.

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85 with Dementia? Good Chance It’s HS-AGING, Not Alzheimer’s

Three important dementia studies focus on HS-AGING, a type of dementia almost as common as Alzheimer’s in the 85+ group. Yet few people have heard of it. Why? What makes it different?

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A Grandchild for One Day Keeps Dementia Away

An intriguing study of 120 grandmothers might surprise you. Doctors know socially engaged people have better cognition and less dementia. But can a person get too much of a good thing? What’s the right balance?

“I’ve Got You Under My Skin,” By Dad with Dementia & Son

Enjoy this great duet between a musician with dementia and his son. A triumph of spirit over Alzheimer’s! Sing-a-long if you like!

Is Alzheimer’s Catchy?

It looks like a sneeze cannot give anyone Alzheimer’s. While Alzheimer’s abnormal disease proteins do spread from cell-to-cell, they are not “infectious”. Check out the facts.