Depression in Seniors Linked to Increased Alzheimer’s Risk
Symptoms of depression late in life have been linked to an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease. But is depression a cause or an effect of the disease? Researchers speculate that in some people, Alzheimer’s could be a long process that … Continue reading
Glen Campbell advocate for Alzheimer’s
Read about Glen Campbell advocate for Alzheimer’s at the Grammy here. Alzheimer’s disease is a neurological brain disorder named after a German physician, Alois Alzheimer, who first described it in 1906. Related Links About Alzheimer’s Alzheimer’s Symptoms & Stages Donate … Continue reading
The Hospital Problem in Nursing Homes
People with late-stage Alzheimer’s must often be cared for in a nursing home. But a new study shows that many nursing home residents with dementia are needlessly moved to the hospital when infections and other medical problems arise, a move … Continue reading
Cataract Surgery Can Ease Alzheimer’s Symptoms
Elderly men and women with mild Alzheimer’s disease and cataracts can benefit from cataract surgery, a new report shows. The surgery led to improvements in thinking, sounder sleep, better mood and other benefits. “We wanted to learn whether significant vision … Continue reading
New Drug, Gantenerumab, Shows Early Promise Against Alzheimer’s
An experimental drug showed early promise in fighting Alzheimer’s. The drug, called gantenerumab, lowered levels of a toxic protein that builds up in the brains of those with the disease. Scientists hope that diminishing levels of the toxic protein, called … Continue reading
Staying out of trouble with Alzheimer’s
I have a close friend who was diagnosed with Early-Onset Alzheimer’s disease at the age of 57. Each Saturday morning he begins a 24 hour shift of trying to stay out of trouble while his wife works a ’round the … Continue reading
Alzheimer’s Common in ‘Oldest Old’ Women
More than 40 percent of elderly women ages 85 and over had symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease or other serious problems with thinking and memory, according to a new report. The findings are important, since the numbers of these “oldest old,” … Continue reading
Walk to Keep the Memory Sharp
Many studies suggest that daily activities like walking may help keep the memory sharp. Now a growing number of studies show that a daily walk can lead to positive physical changes in the brain as well. Psychologists report that older … Continue reading
Fisher Center for Alzheimer’s Research Foundation receives coveted 4-Star rating from Charity Navigator
New York, NY The Fisher Center for Alzheimer’s Research Foundation (ALZinfo.org) today announced it has received a four-star rating from Charity Navigator, the nation’s premier charity evaluator. The rating is based on a review of fiscal management and commitment to … Continue reading
Fish Oil Supplements May Boost Brain Health
Many people take fish oil supplements for heart health, and there is some research to suggest that fish oils may be good for the brain as well. Now researchers have shown that fish oil supplements may affect parts of the … Continue reading
