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Judge Ends Shortage of Namenda-IR for Alzheimer’s

December 21, 2014 No Comments

Regular Namenda for Alzheimer’s has been in short supply. A federal judge has stepped in to fix that. Find out how.

Namenda Sued for “Forced Switch” of Alzheimer’s Drug

September 21, 2014 1 Comment

VIDEO+ARTICLE: Namenda® is a drug widely used to treat mid-stage Alzheimer’s. The government is suing Namenda’s manufacturer to stop them from discontinuing their current formulation.

Patent Expiration May Trigger Namenda Shortage

September 7, 2014 8 Comments

Namenda is the most widely prescribed medication for mid-stage Alzheimer’s. Some of our readers have had trouble filling their Namenda prescriptions. Here’s the latest update

Drinking & Smoking’s Rush to Alzheimer’s

January 20, 2026

VIDEO If you live to 85, there’s a 50/50 chance of getting a dementia such as Alzheimer’s. What if you could improve those odds by

Pink Noise Machines Improve Sleep & Fight Dementia

January 7, 2026

SLEEP VIDEO & ARTICLE: Sound stimulation can improve sleep and memory for people with pre-dementia. This study used easy-to-buy “pink noise” machines. See how simple sleep therapy makes a real difference.

Best Digital Photo Frames for Dementia

January 6, 2026

Looking for the best digital photo frame for a loved one with dementia? Many frames claim to be senior-friendly. We explore the Pix-Star series, rated best for its combination of features and value for the money.

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Seeing the Same GP Improves Dementia Treatment

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