A tornado has left 40 Alzheimer’s patients on the move. See how dementia is especially vulnerable to natural disasters and bad weather. Learn special steps you can take to help them be prepared.
Scott doesn’t remember his daughter or his wife, but he does remember the love they share. Watch how his daughter Bailey handles the situation in this CBS News presentation.
Doctors are encouraging people to take advantage of holiday gatherings with relatives to discuss family medical histories. Learn why knowing your family’s medical history can help you avoid repeating past health issues.
Researchers found that spending time with horses — equine therapy — eases Alzheimer’s symptoms. Find out why.
There are over 80 types of dementia besides Alzheimer’s. Teepa Snow, dementia expert, explains why knowing the right type is so important and why so few people with dementia really do.
See how a pioneer ‘buddy’ program at Northwestern University pairs medical students with Alzheimer’s patients. Watch now.
Hogeway Village is a community of people with dementias such as Alzheimer’s. See the advantages of a custom-tuned environment offering familiar surroundings.
DEMENTIA GIFT IDEAS: Memory problems bring surprises. It’s nice when that surprise is a gift. People with Alzheimer’s may lose many abilities, but they rarely
VIDEO + CHECKLIST OF 15 WARNING SIGNS: Memory problems caused by Alzheimer’s make driving unsafe. See how. Watch this thought-provoking video to open up the
HAPPY THANKSGIVING – SENIOR CARE & FUN VIDEO: A little old lady will make you laugh out loud, elegantly shining tasteful light on aging’s quirks.
A tornado has left 40 Alzheimer’s patients on the move. See how dementia is especially vulnerable to natural disasters and bad weather. Learn special steps you can take to help them be prepared.
Can NAD+ be helpful in preventing or containing Alzheimer’s? Dr. Rudy Tanzi discusses his views on the subject.
Teepa shows how to make the most from the ability to communicate with dementia. Watch now.
Eating a traditional Mediterranean-type diet – rich in foods such as seafood, fruit, and nuts – may help reduce the risk of dementia by nearly 25%, researchers say.
Teepa shows how to make the most from the ability to communicate with dementia. Watch now.
Some Alzheimer’s tests cost thousands of dollars, some cost pennies. The trick is using the right tests at the right time for the right person. An excellent scoring system from Mayo Clinic offers a powerful tool for making the best choices.
EXTRAORDINARY MUSIC VIDEO: Ted McDermott, The Song-A-Minute Man, was diagnosed with dementia. His son, Simon, wasn’t going to let that stop his Dad. He understood how music reaches our deepest selves and has journeyed with his Dad and their dashcam to make beautiful music together. Get your widest smile ready and watch them in action.
80% fewer skin-cancer patients get Alzheimer’s. Why? Is it the medicines they take, their genes, or are they more prone to sunshine, activity or healthier eating?
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