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Alzheimer's And Dementia Weekly

Support & Insight for the Autumn of Life

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The Alzheimer’s Dance-Yoga & Exercise Thing

August 13, 2023 1 Comment

People with dementia are enjoying yoga and dance classes at the Alzheimer’s Association. See why caregivers find the classes “EXTREMELY helpful.”

Nonconformists are Better Protected Against Alzheimer’s

August 9, 2023 No Comments

Swiss researchers find that people with certain personality traits are protected against Alzheimer’s disease, including those who are less agreeable, had natural curiosity, and were nonconformists. Find out why.

What to Expect When Going for a Memory Diagnosis

July 3, 2023 No Comments

What to ask and expect when going for a memory, Alzheimer’s or dementia diagnosis.

Dementia, Neurologists & Face Time

June 21, 2023 3 Comments

WHEN DIAGNOSING DEMENTIA, NEUROLOGISTS KNOW that nothing is as important as spending time face-to-face. Understanding symptoms and clinical clues in exams are the critical aspects of neurology. Learn how America’s healthcare system holds up to this standard.

Why is Alzheimer’s Giving Me Sleep Problems?

June 21, 2023 1 Comment

Alzheimer’s can cause difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep and awakening too early. These often lead to nighttime confusion and wandering. Doctors think they know why.

TDP-43 Amplifies Alzheimer’s 10 Times

June 19, 2023 No Comments

Beta-amyloid and tau proteins have long been considered the culprits behind Alzheimer’s. Yet many people have plenty of amyloid and tau protein, but no Alzheimer’s. Is TDP-43 the reason why?

Off-The-Shelf Technologies That Assist People with Dementia

June 18, 2023 6 Comments

There are myriad technologies that can be helpful in making life easier for people with dementia. Learn more.

Is It Alzheimer’s or a Bad Mix of Medicine?

June 15, 2023 5 Comments

85-year-old Betty Wallwork was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. But it wasn’t true. Find out why.

How the Alzheimer’s Gene Breaks the Brain

June 14, 2023 No Comments

Until now, scientists were unsure about how APOE4 creates the strongest genetic risk factor in Alzheimer’s. Now they believe they know.

An Active Brain in Later Life Delays Alzheimer’s

June 13, 2023 No Comments

Researchers say reading, writing letters, doing puzzles or playing card games in later life could delay the onset of Alzheimer’s by as much as five years.

14 Ways to Prevent Falling at Home

February 14, 2026

EMERGENCIES due to falling happen 54% more often in dementia. As a rule, 1-in-3 adults over 65 fall each year. Most falls happen at home. Make a few simple changes and prevent falls.

Anti-Inflammatory Diet Lowers Dementia Risk

February 13, 2026

Researchers find that a diet including more fruit, vegetables, beans and tea or coffee lowers the risk of developing dementia later in life. Learn more.

How Do Education & Brain Exercise Prevent Alzheimer’s?

February 13, 2026

Researchers find education and intellectual stimulation appear to activate a genetic program in the brain that promotes resistance to cognitive decline. Find out more.

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A Morning Music Lift Lasts All Day in Alzheimer’s

Learn about ‘personalized music for dementia’ and its powerful effect on Alzheimer’s. See the Director of the hit film, ‘Alive Inside’, on the dementia-impact of music.

Art Gives Fun and Meaning To Alzheimer’s Patients

The brush strokes are precise, the colors vibrant. See a Colorado art program help patients rise above dementia, while the paintings raise money for The Alzheimer’s Association.

How Physical Activity Turns Back the Brain’s Clock

The protein BDNF builds synapses in the human brain, nurturing brain cells and fighting off dementia. While there is no artificial way of boosting it, social and cognitive activity can.

Poor Memory + Slow Walking = Dementia?

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.