Using Memantine to Prevent Alzheimer’s
May 24, 2023
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NAMENDA® / EBIXA® (generic MEMANTINE) is FDA-approved for Alzheimer’s. Learn about new research on how it may help in preventing or slowing dementia.
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Why Do ‘Superagers’ Learn Like 25-Year-Olds?
May 24, 2023
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What kind of brain enables “superagers” to learn and recall novel information as well as a 25-year-old? Researchers have found the answer. Learn more.
Mind & Melody
May 23, 2023
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Meet the young musicians taking on Alzheimer’s through music!
No Smoking, Heart Health Linked to Cognitive Health
May 19, 2023
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Researchers have found both smoking and cardiovascular disease impair the ability to learn and memorize. Find out more.
5 Types of Dementia in 8 Minutes
May 18, 2023
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In this “Overview for Med Students”, we talk about some of the most common types of dementia.
Changing Medication Dosage Due to Alzheimer’s
May 17, 2023
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People with Alzheimer’s are often prescribed drugs for other conditions — including diabetes or high blood pressure — at the same doses as those without dementia. That practice might need to be reexamined.
Who’s That Singing? Why, It’s Margaret!
May 16, 2023
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When Jamie Lee Morley first heard singing from care-resident Margaret Mackie (she has dementia), he automatically assumed the beautiful voice was from a nearby radio. Nobody at Northcare Suites Care Home could have imagined what would happen next.
Green Tea Molecules Break Up Alzheimer’s Tau Tangles
May 15, 2023
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A molecule found in green tea helped UCLA biochemists discover several molecules that can destroy tau fiber. Learn more.
What Dementia Cannot Smell
May 14, 2023
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TEEPA CARE-TIP VIDEO:
Dementia dangerously alters a person’s sense of smell. Teepa Snow brings to light what people with dementia smell – and what they don’t. Learn to prevent hazards and frustrations.
Discovery of Biomarker Could Predict Alzheimer’s in Blood Test
May 12, 2023
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A certain protein in the blood can be used to predict the eventual appearance of Alzheimer’s. Will this allow for early intervention?
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