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Telecare Boosts Quality of Life in Dementia

October 6, 2023 No Comments

Medicare will fund a UCSF initiative that has been replicated across the country for its success in reducing ER visits and caregiver depression.

Hearings Aids Offer Dementia Prevention

September 29, 2023 No Comments

Studies have found an association between hearing loss and the development of dementia in older adults. Research also suggests that using hearing aids to treat hearing loss may help slow the development of cognitive problems.

The Genetic Factor That Fends Off Alzheimer’s

September 22, 2023 No Comments

A massive study of medical and genetic data shows that people with a particular version of a gene involved in immune response had a lower risk of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.

Ferroptosis Builds Up Brain Iron, Triggering Alzheimer’s

September 15, 2023 No Comments

Scientists at Oregon’s only public academic health center (OHSU) have discovered a new avenue of cell death in Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia.

ARIA in Lacanemab, Donanemab and Aduhelm

September 8, 2023 No Comments

A neuroradiologist at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL warns that increased use of monoclonal antibody treatment for Alzheimer’s has also led to the discovery of amyloid-related imaging abnormalities — ARIA. Find out more.

Tau-PET Best Predictor of Alzheimer’s Cognitive Decline

August 25, 2023 No Comments

Tau PET is an imaging test used to detect the presence of tau protein in the brain. Researchers say it’s the best way to predict the rate of cognitive decline due to Alzheimer’s.

Sweet Smell of Success

August 18, 2023 1 Comment

Researchers at UCI found that breathing in aromas while sleeping sparks a 226% cognitive increase.

Enhanced Light Sensitivity Contributes to “Sundowning” in Alzheimer’s

August 11, 2023 1 Comment

Alzheimer’s research from UVA Health suggests that enhanced light sensitivity may contribute to “sundowning” – the worsening of symptoms late in the day.

48% Less Dementia Decline with Hearing Aids

August 4, 2023 2 Comments

The future of millions at risk for dementia could change with the use of hearing aids. Learn more.

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Prescribing Lecanemab in Real Life

July 28, 2023 1 Comment

Dr. Robert Przybelski has prescribed lecanemab to real-life patients, and discusses his experience prescribing and administering the treatment.

Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage.

Thought of the Week: Loving Deeply

December 30, 2025

Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage. (Lao Tzu)

Why Bingo Keeps Showing Up in Dementia Research

December 30, 2025

VIDEO+ARTICLE: Multiple studies affirm bingo exercises attention, memory, and social connection all at once. Learn about its small but meaningful role in dementia care—when used the right way.

What is Posterior Cortical Atrophy?

December 30, 2025

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.

Most Popular Stories

Seeing the Same GP Improves Dementia Treatment

People with dementia who were consistently seen by the same General Practitioner (GP) are given fewer medicines and are less likely to be given medicines that can cause problems, according to researchers at University of Exeter. Learn more.

I Will Remind You

A deep promise to be there for an Alzheimer’s parent, this heartwarming song was written as a tribute to families facing dementia.

Memory & Amyloid

Amyloid is one of the leading culprits behind Alzheimer’s. Scientists know it damages memory by killing brain cells. Now research reveals how amyloid triggers memory loss in perfectly healthy brain cells as well. Learn more about how Alzheimer’s develops.