RISK ASSESSMENT VIDEO + ARTICLE: A substantial proportion of brain changes might be due to risk factors that can be modified, according to a study
Having trouble sleeping? You’re not alone. But a group of federal agencies have provided new resources to help. Learn more.
BREAKTHROUGH: The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted a “Breakthrough Therapy” designation for donanemab, a potential new treatment for people with early symptomatic
BREAKTHROUGH & TREATMENT: The new Alzheimer’s drug aducanumabab (Aduhelm) has received accelerated approval by the US Food and Drug Administration. Why did it take so
RESEARCH: Scientists are using gold nanoparticles to create new images of the amyloid fibrils associated with Alzheimer’s disease and other neurodegenerative disorders. The fibrils are
THE CORONA VIRUS: Around the world, dementia researchers are studying SARS-CoV-2 virus’ (the cause of COVID-19) long-term effects on the brain and nervous system. It
ALZFORUM: Last year, people with dementia were most vulnerable, and this constrained research. Investigators adjusted and managed to make strides in important areas, from plasma
Researchers found FDA-approved Rolipram promotes the removal of abnormal tau proteins, improving memory. This could be big news for tau-based brain diseases such as Alzheimer’s,
DIET NEWS: Researchers find that certain people who produce equol — a substance created by gut bacteria after soy products are digested — display lower
Researchers at the University of Copenhagen have found certain types of physical activity are better than others in preventing dementia and disease. Find out more.
Posterior Cortical Atrophy, or PCA, is a specific form of Alzheimer’s that affects the back of the brain.
Author Terry Pratchett was diagnosed with it.
New evidence suggests genetics—not geography—may explain why Leqembi causes fewer ARIA brain side effects in parts of Asia, and what that means for families everywhere.
NEW YEAR’S VIDEO & ARTICLE: New Year’s Eve can still be a fun, enjoyable experience for loved ones with dementia. It’s a perfect moment to reflect on past moments that warmed the soul.
Learn how reminiscing makes for a great activity.
In a study on health & cynicism, people were asked how much they agree with statements such as, “I think most people would lie to get ahead,” and “It is safer to trust nobody”. The clear connection between their answers and their risk of dementia may startle you.
Lewis Hornby had a problem: his grandmother with dementia wasn’t drinking enough, causing her to get severely dehydrated.
Dr. Richard Taylor has Alzheimer’s and the right attitude!
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.
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