Destigmatizing Dementia
January 18, 2016
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VIDEO: Many people live well with dementia. At the same time, misconceptions of the people they know and meet can make life harder than it
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Kirk Douglas: You Haven’t Learned How to Live Until You’ve Learned How to Give
December 30, 2015
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VIDEO + ARTICLE: Screen legend Kirk Douglas celebrated his 99th birthday. Instead of receiving gifts, he used the occasion to give one — $15 million
Lewy-Body-Dementia Website Crashes as Robin William’s Widow Speaks
November 8, 2015
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Susan Williams spent the past year learning about Lewy Body dementia and its effects on Robin William’s life. Going public last week drew so much
Alzheimer’s Friendly Business Helps Caregivers Get a Break
September 29, 2015
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VIDEO + INFO: See how local stores and restaurants have stepped up to be welcoming and understanding to customers dealing with the day to day
60% Rise In Dementia Volunteers
August 23, 2015
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CLINICAL TRIALS VIDEO: 2015 has seen a big jump in the number of people volunteering for dementia research. Find out more about this hopeful surge
Advanced Care Planning for Dementia Approved by Medicare
July 19, 2015
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Living well with Alzheimer’s takes good planning. Fortunately, the U.S. government just approved coverage for neurologists to guide people with dementia regarding future care. Learn
Alzheimer’s International Conference
July 12, 2015
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The biggest Alzheimer’s conference of the year begins on July 18 in Washington D.C. Find out more.
“21st Century Cures Act” a Landslide Victory in Dementia
July 12, 2015
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VIDEOS + ARTICLE: The U.S. House of Representatives just passed the 21st Century Cures Act (H.R. 6), an historic piece of legislation that holds the potential
Congress Makes History with Alzheimer’s Research Boost
July 9, 2015
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Both Houses of Congress together approved huge 60% increases in America’s research to fight Alzheimer’s. Learn how the U.S. government is rolling up its sleeves
Best Dementia Blog Winners
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