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

December 10, 2025 No Comments

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

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Planning Your Future After a Dementia Diagnosis

November 14, 2025 No Comments

Although it is hard to think beyond “today” after a diagnosis of dementia, it’s really important to look ahead. Taking steps to plan for the future will make “tomorrow” smoother.

Ronald Reagan’s Alzheimer’s Letter: Still Relevant, Still Moving

November 7, 2025 9 Comments

In November 1994, President Reagan hand-wrote this profound message to America, sharing his Alzheimer’s diagnosis. His words broke stigmas and myths. Watch Nancy Reagan describe that moment. Read his magnificent letter.

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How Long Do People Live With Dementia?

November 6, 2025 No Comments

Every dementia journey is unique — but large studies now show clear patterns. Age, type of dementia, and general health all play major roles in how long a person lives after diagnosis.

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13% of Dementia Diagnoses May Be Reversible — Hepatic Encephalopathy

October 22, 2025 No Comments

A major study finds up to 13% of people diagnosed with dementia may actually have a treatable liver-brain disorder called hepatic encephalopathy. The discovery could change how doctors and families approach memory loss in older adults.

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Finally: A Test to Rule Out Alzheimer’s With 98% Accuracy

October 16, 2025 No Comments

A simple blood test was newly approved, replacing spinal taps and brain scans for ruling out Alzheimer’s. The FDA has just cleared Roche’s Elecsys® pTau181 — the first test shown to rule out Alzheimer’s with 98% accuracy, offering peace of mind and earlier answers for millions.

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Alzheimer’s: Do I Want to Know?

October 14, 2025 2 Comments

SURVEY: Four in five Americans demand a clear diagnosis of illnesses, even for incurable dementias like Alzheimer’s. Find out why in this eye-opening survey
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Experts Can Diagnose Lewy Body Dementia 18 Months Faster

October 9, 2025 No Comments

MISDIAGNOSIS? Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) is often mistaken for Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s. People typically go through 18 months and 3 doctors to get a correct diagnosis. Learn what to do about it.

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How Do You Know If Someone Has Alzheimer’s?

September 16, 2025 3 Comments

What are the early symptoms of Alzheimer’s? When to get a professional evaluation.

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Advantages of Diagnosing Alzheimer’s as Soon as Possible

September 7, 2025 3 Comments

When memory and thinking seem a little off, people tend to avoid getting a diagnosis. Yet early diagnosis allows for early benefits. These include better planning, treatment and therapy. Learn more about the advantages revealed in an important study.

Adding Meaningfully Beautiful Moments to Dementia

March 4, 2026

Bringing art and creativity into elder care settings helps families reconnect with loved ones who have dementia. In this moving talk, Anne Bastings shares how.

When Hurricanes Threaten Dementia

March 3, 2026

When a hurricane hits Florida — or anywhere that has a very large population of people with dementia, there are special preparations that should be made by those living with dementia. Check these dementia-in-a-storm readiness lists.

Planting New Memories with Horticulture Therapy

March 2, 2026

In gardening, people with Alzheimer’s grow fresh plants along with better thinking. It’s a pleasant way to make things easier.

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Common Alzheimer’s Medications Slow Cognitive Decline

Swedish researchers find that cholinesterase inhibitors provide cognitive benefits and reduce mortality for up to five years after an Alzheimer’s diagnosis. One medication significantly reduced the risk of developing severe dementia.

A Happy Partner Leads to Less Dementia

Researchers find optimistic people contribute to the health of their partners, staving off risk factors leading to Alzheimer’s disease, other dementias and cognitive decline as they grow old together.

Adding Meaningfully Beautiful Moments to Dementia

Bringing art and creativity into elder care settings helps families reconnect with loved ones who have dementia. In this moving talk, Anne Bastings shares how.