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How Do You Know If Someone Has Alzheimer’s?

September 7, 2023 3 Comments

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

I Got Dementia. Is That Alzheimer’s or Something Else?

September 4, 2023 No Comments

When a doctor says a person has dementia, what does that mean? What do you do, say and ask?

A ‘Feeling’ for Dementia? Findings on Subjectively Perceived Memory Problems

August 31, 2023 No Comments

A fascinating study in Europe finds that individuals who felt they had memory problems did in fact have measurable cognitive deficits. Scientists analyzed the spinal fluid to measure the levels of biomarkers associated with Alzheimer’s.

Tau-PET Best Predictor of Alzheimer’s Cognitive Decline

August 25, 2023 No Comments

Tau PET is an imaging test used to detect the presence of tau protein in the brain. Researchers say it’s the best way to predict the rate of cognitive decline due to Alzheimer’s.

Advantages of Diagnosing Alzheimer’s as Soon as Possible

August 24, 2023 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.

Planning Your Future After a Dementia Diagnosis

August 17, 2023 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.

Telling L.A.T.E. Dementia & Alzheimer’s Apart

August 10, 2023 No Comments

L.A.T.E.-Dementia is under-recognized, with a health impact as large as Alzheimer’s in very old people. It affects 25% of people over 85 and has nothing to do with the plaques and tangles that cause Alzheimer’s.

Poor Memory + Slow Walking = Dementia?

August 3, 2023 No Comments

People may not have easy access to sophisticated, expensive dementia tests. A simple test from Einstein Medicine uses a stopwatch and a few questions to determine one’s risk of dementia. The potential payoff could be tremendous for individuals, their families and society.

Military Service and Dementia: Understanding the Connection

August 1, 2023 No Comments

How can military service impact brain health? What are specific risk factors? Are there vital steps soldiers can take towards dementia prevention and treatment?

Think It’s Dementia? Good Chance It’s Not

July 28, 2023 No Comments

Memory failing? New research shows you may need help, but not for dementia. Memory slips, stress and fatigue are growing in people with healthy memory.

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2 Million Marijuana Smokers Up Stroke 17%

March 31, 2025

MARIJUANA VIDEO – Dr. Gregger:

Vascular dementia often results from strokes. In a huge study of 2 million pot smokers, hospitalization from ischemic stroke increased 17%. See more about this vascular-dementia-marijuana connection.

Enter Your 2025 Maude’s Award Application for Alzheimer’s Care Innovations

March 30, 2025

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Thought of the Week: Great Success

March 30, 2025

Most Popular Stories

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.