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How To Care for Sundowning

April 28, 2023 12 Comments

“Sundowning” describes agitation and anxiety often felt towards the end of the day in dementia. See what it is and what you can do about it.

50% Less Memory Loss by Improving Sight & Hearing

April 27, 2023 No Comments

See how hearing aids and cataract surgery slow memory loss and fight cognitive decline. Learn what vision & hearing interventions can do to fight dementia.

CDK5 Blocker Has Remarkable Effect on Alzheimer’s

April 24, 2023 No Comments

A new peptide may hold potential as an Alzheimer’s treatment
Researchers say the CDK5 Blocker peptide blocks a hyperactive brain enzyme that contributes to the neurodegeneration seen in Alzheimer’s and other diseases.

Non-Drug Therapies Can Treat Depression in Dementia

April 20, 2023 No Comments

Non-drug therapies, such as exercise, appear to be as, or more, effective than drugs for reducing symptoms of depression in people with dementia, says a team of international researchers.

The “B-Sharp Program” Treats Alzheimer’s with Music

April 18, 2023 No Comments

There’s fresh hope for people with Alzheimer’s in a new music program. It’s called, “B-Sharp”. See why.

Tips on Engaging Someone with Alzheimer’s

April 16, 2023 6 Comments

Activities are a cornerstone to dementia health. Watch now for some great tips on how to keep people with Alzheimer’s engaged.

Why Does Sunshine Fight Dementia?

April 13, 2023 No Comments

Got enough sunshine? Learn how sunshine seems to offer a bright, simple way to lower your risk of dementia.

Power Of Music On The Brain | Dementia & Parkinson’s

April 11, 2023 No Comments

If toward the end of your life your mind was fading away, would your favorite songs help bring your memories back?

Sport Memories Engage, Socialize & Raise Awareness

April 6, 2023 No Comments

See how Sporting Memories Network promotes the well-being of people living with dementia with projects that tap into their prior passion for sports.

2 Ways Too Much Copper Accelerates Alzheimer’s

April 3, 2023 7 Comments

Copper hits the brain with a double-punch. It inhibits clearance of, AND stimulates production of, Alzheimer’s plaque. See strong evidence that copper is a key player in Alzheimer’s disease.

At-home Smell Test Detects Alzheimer’s Risk

March 28, 2025

A fascinating Smell-Test developed at Mass General Brigham may help determine your risk of developing Alzheimer’s.

Art Tours for Alzheimer’s

March 27, 2025

ALZHEIMER’S & ART – VIDEO: Art helps people with Alzheimer’s enjoy the moment. The “Contemporary Journeys” program shows, it’s a life that can still offer both great joy and meaningful experiences – through the power of art. Kate McDonald of Twin Cities PBS in Minneapolis reports.

Bill Gates: “Data could hold the key to stopping Alzheimer’s”

March 26, 2025

The good news is that a new initiative called ADDI is pooling research data to accelerate curing Alzheimer’s. Watch Bill Gates on the Alzheimer’s Disease Data Initiative.

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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.