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Alzheimer's And Dementia Weekly

Support & Insight for the Autumn of Life

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Oral Health for Older Adults

January 22, 2020 No Comments

A GREAT DENTAL resource provides low-cost programs for American seniors. Also check out the website’s free “how to” guide for communities.

Cerebrovascular Disease, Alzheimer’s & Vascular Dementia

January 9, 2020 No Comments

IN-DEPTH: VIDEO + ARTICLE: What do arteries, veins and cerebrovascular health have to do with Alzheimer’s? ( Cerebro-> brain. Vascular-> arteries & veins.)

Glimmers of Good News on Preventing Alzheimer’s

January 1, 2020 No Comments

MEMORY-HEALTH VIDEO & ARTICLE: Find out about Europe’s impressive two-year clinical trial on fighting dementia with healthful living. “These findings show that prevention is possible

Fighting the Parkinson’s Dementia Pandemic

March 12, 2019 1 Comment

VIDEO SEMINAR + ARTICLE: Parkinson’s is the world’s fastest growing neurological disorder. On average, Parkinson’s-dementia sets in 8 years after diagnosis. Learn of strategies &

Irisin, Increased by Exercise, Protects the Brain

February 14, 2019 No Comments

PREVENTION RESEARCH:

Irisin is a neuroprotective protein. The brain makes irisin when you exercise, activating learning and memory genes. Learn how irisin protects brain cells from Alzheimer’s plaque. Find out what increasing irisin can do to your memory.

New Burst of Interest: Is Alzheimer’s an Infection?

October 21, 2018 No Comments

There’s a new wave of Alzheimer’s interest rising in the infectious diseases community. Perhaps it’s because the cause-and-cure for Alzheimer’s remain mysteries, despite decades and

Dementia Decreases Across the USA

November 27, 2016 1 Comment

VIDEO + ARTICLE: Has the prevalence of dementia REALLY changed among older adults in the United States between 2000 and 2012?

A4 Trial Getting Closer to a Cure

June 24, 2016 1 Comment

VIDEO – TODAY SHOW: The 3-year A4-Trial is using solanezumab to slow memory loss caused by Alzheimer’s. See how this government-sponsored nationwide trial is making

Eye-Scan to Predict & Lower Alzheimer’s Risk

May 30, 2016 2 Comments

HEALTH RESEARCH VIDEO + ARTICLE: Can a retinal-scan at an early age predict future development of Alzheimer’s? Can you use that prediction to lessen your

Solanezumab Aims to Prevent Alzheimer’s at 60 Sites

August 2, 2015 3 Comments

CNN VIDEO + INFO: Amyloid plaque buildup on the brain can begin decades before it actually triggers Alzheimer’s. See how The A4 Trial hopes to

Choline, Nuts & Dementia: What New Studies Really Say

December 1, 2025

New research suggests choline—a nutrient linked to memory and cognitive resilience—may help people with Alzheimer’s and at high dementia risk. Here’s why nuts, a heart-healthy and cholesterol-free food, can play a powerful role in daily dementia care.

7 Best Clocks for Dementia

December 1, 2025

In dementia, people repeatedly ask, “What’s the time?” “What day is it?” Easily solve this with Dementia-clocks / Calendar-clocks. Check out 7 clocks with good looks and limitless patience.

Joyful Holidays Despite Dementia

November 30, 2025

VIDEO & ARTICLE – CARE TIPS:

This season is filled with family and friends, laughter and reminiscing. Learn ways to prevent dementia’s stress, frustration, and loneliness. Fill the holiday with joy.

Most Popular Stories

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.

When Hurricanes Threaten Dementia

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.