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Aduhelm for Alzheimer’s Discontinued. Is Leqembi Any Better?

February 8, 2024 No Comments

Biogen reprioritize resources allocated to ADUHELM® to advance LEQEMBI®.

Take it slow. Ask Simple questions. Limit reality checks. Keep eye contact.

Thought of the Week:
4 ALZHEIMER’S CARE STEPS

February 7, 2024 2 Comments

Take it slow. Ask Simple questions. Limit reality checks. Keep eye contact.

BrainSee tests possible Alzheimer's man, hugged by his wife

BrainSee Alzheimer’s Test Gets FDA Approval

January 30, 2024 1 Comment

The BrainSee Alzheimer’s Test represents a cost-lowering advancement in diagnostics. It offers a fully non-invasive, convenient, and globally accessible screening solution.

Thought of the Week: Just Breathe

January 29, 2024 3 Comments

Just Breathe

Teepa Snow, Dementia Expert, explaining the Amber stage of Alzheimer's

Teepa Uses Gems to Illustrate the Stages of Alzheimer’s

January 22, 2024 No Comments

Communicating a person’s stage of dementia helps everyone give better care. Expert Teepa Snow uses gems to visualize those stages and emphasize the abilities patients still have. Learn this powerful tool.

Why Does Exercise Slow Alzheimer’s Onset?

January 22, 2024 2 Comments

What happened to brain networks and connectivity in older adults walking four days a week on a treadmill?

300 Tips for Making Life Easier Caring for Alzheimer's

300 Tips for Making Life Easier in Alzheimer’s Care

January 18, 2024 1 Comment

Revealing and contains much that is critical for caregivers to know. Easy to find specific information in this helpful, logical layout. The sections on spiritual needs in dementia are also welcome topics.

Vegetarians and Dementia

January 16, 2024 No Comments

Strokes often trigger Vascular Dementia and Mixed Dementia. Just how effective are vegetarian and plant-based diets in protecting us from these common types of dementia?

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Saliva Test Detects Pain in Dementia

January 15, 2024 No Comments

Find out how two biomarkers in saliva diagnose pain in dementia, effectively and non-invasively.

Diagnose & Prevent Dementia, in Plain English

January 4, 2024 1 Comment

Watch this uniquely clear overview of the steps you can take to diagnose or prevent most types of dementia, including Alzheimer’s.

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Best Alzheimer’s Pills Organizers

December 12, 2025

Managing multiple medications can feel overwhelming. The right pill box can turn a daily challenge into a simple routine. We compare Amazon’s best pill organizers for 2025—each designed to meet different needs, from arthritis-friendly lids to monthly systems and automatic dispensers.

Exelon (Rivastigmine Transdermal Patch for Alzheimer's)

Rivastigmine Alzheimer’s Patch: New Research, Better Comfort

December 11, 2025

New studies highlight smoother tolerability, easier routines, and practical safety updates that make the rivastigmine patch an increasingly caregiver-friendly option.

Kidney Health and Alzheimer’s: Why Your Kidneys Matter in Alzheimer’s Biomarker Testing

December 10, 2025

What caregivers should know about interpreting Alzheimer’s biomarkers and kidney function.

Most Popular Stories

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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.