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How Do You Know If Someone Has Alzheimer’s?

September 7, 2023 3 Comments

What are the early symptoms of Alzheimer’s? When to get a professional evaluation.

Play 3-D Video Games & Fight Dementia

September 3, 2023 No Comments

Don’t put that controller down just yet. Playing three-dimensional video games – besides being lots of fun – can boost the formation of memories, according to University of California neurobiologists.

September is World Alzheimer’s Month

September 1, 2023 No Comments

START WORLD ALZHEIMER’S MONTH WITH A HEALTHY DEMENTIA-FIGHTING INFOGRAPH & VIDEO.
Prevent dementia. Learn how to lower your Alzheimer’s risk. Be good to your brain this World Alzheimer’s Month.

Cynicism Triples Dementia Risk?

August 28, 2023 No Comments

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.

A Happy Partner Leads to Less Dementia

August 21, 2023 No Comments

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.

Is Sugar Really to Blame for Alzheimer’s?

August 14, 2023 5 Comments

Sugar, the brain, and Alzheimer’s – just how tight is their connection? Check out this update from Tulane University’s targeted study.

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.

How Physical Activity Turns Back the Brain’s Clock

August 4, 2023 2 Comments

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?

August 3, 2023 No Comments

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.

Can Alzheimer’s Be Treated with Iron-Modifying Drugs?

July 24, 2023 No Comments

Dietary iron is an essential element in the brain. That’s why it is critical to understand how it affects Alzheimer’s. Researchers used advanced X-ray techniques to take a giant step forward in understanding iron chemistry in amyloid plaque, the main culprit behind Alzheimer’s. Learn more about their exciting new insights.

Ease the Stress

May 11, 2025

TEEPA SNOW explains how to handle caregiver stress that is brought on by challenging behaviors in dementias such as Alzheimer’s.

Mother and daughter with quote: "There is a special joy that comes when you do something just to be kind."

Thought of the Week: Special Joy

May 11, 2025

Mother and daughter with quote: “There is a special joy that comes when you do something just to be kind.”

A healthcare professional in gloves holds a petri dish with white pills, demonstrating medical care.

NRTIs Have Potential to Prevent a Million Cases of Alzheimer’s Every Year

May 11, 2025

The drugs, called NRTIs, have the potential to prevent a million cases of Alzheimer’s every year, the researchers believe.

Most Popular Stories

85 with Dementia? Good Chance It’s HS-AGING, Not Alzheimer’s

Three important dementia studies focus on HS-AGING, a type of dementia almost as common as Alzheimer’s in the 85+ group. Yet few people have heard of it. Why? What makes it different?

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A Grandchild for One Day Keeps Dementia Away

An intriguing study of 120 grandmothers might surprise you. Doctors know socially engaged people have better cognition and less dementia. But can a person get too much of a good thing? What’s the right balance?

“I’ve Got You Under My Skin,” By Dad with Dementia & Son

Enjoy this great duet between a musician with dementia and his son. A triumph of spirit over Alzheimer’s! Sing-a-long if you like!

Is Alzheimer’s Catchy?

It looks like a sneeze cannot give anyone Alzheimer’s. While Alzheimer’s abnormal disease proteins do spread from cell-to-cell, they are not “infectious”. Check out the facts.