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Kidney Dialysis Patients at High Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease
October 4, 2018
Older men and women undergoing dialysis for kidney disease face an increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and other forms…
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Healthier Heart, Healthier Brain
September 25, 2018
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Long-Term Planning: The Will and Beyond
March 28, 2013
The Will and Beyond Now is the best time to plan for the distribution of your wealth, and a will…
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Caregiver Voices: A Moment in Time
March 28, 2013
A Moment in Time I have a sister whom I love with all my heart and I have a best…
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Taking Care with Joan Lunden
March 13, 2013
For 17 years, Joan Lunden woke the country up as the co-host of Good Morning America. Now, the award-winning…
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A Penny for Her Thoughts
March 11, 2013
An Interview with Penny Marshall Many know her as the spunky Laverne DeFazio of Laverne & Shirley fame. Others…
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Reaching Out to Caregivers
March 11, 2013
A new book aims to help dementia caregivers connect with their loved ones—in sometimes surprising ways. By Sam Gaines C…
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The First Rule on Second Opinions
March 11, 2013
The First Rule on Second Opinions: They’re Always Worth Considering in the Wake of a Serious Diagnosis By Mary Adam…
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The Growing Alzheimer’s Family
August 10, 2011
One in eight older Americans, or some 5.4 million people, has Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. And nearly…
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Early memory problems may indicate Alzheimer’s
July 28, 2011
By: www.ALZinfo.org In the January 11, 2010 issue of the journal Alzheimer’s and Dementia, Dr. Barry Reisberg and his…
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Jogging the Memory with Fun Fitness Ideas
July 28, 2011
By Michelle Porter Tiernan Dancing, gardening and playing games can be good exercise for any age. For people with Alzheimer’s…
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Graceful Exercise: Tai Chi
July 28, 2011
By Jason Schneider Exercise is important for people of all ages, but can be especially beneficial to people with memory…
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Heart Disease Risk Factors Tied to Memory Loss in Old Age
May 24, 2011
Having a thick middle, high blood pressure and other risk factors for heart disease may increase your risk of Alzheimer’s…
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Brain Scans Lead to Earlier Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
May 24, 2011
Scientists are moving closer to diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease at an earlier stage using special brain scans. The scans, which are…
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Speaking Two Languages May Help Keep the Brain Sharp
April 21, 2011
Men and women who are fluent in more than one language may be protected in part from the memory ravages…
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New Genes Linked to Alzheimer’s
April 4, 2011
In the largest study of its kind to date, a team of American researchers has identified four new genes that…
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Dominic Chianese: The Power of a Song
March 30, 2011
By Jennifer Sellers   In a moving, mellow voice, a baritone sings a haunting Italian ballad of unrequited love. Everyone…
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Hector Elizondo: Speaking Up About Alzheimer’s
March 29, 2011
By Tamekia Reece You probably know Hector Elizondo from movies and television shows such as Pretty Woman, Chicago Hope, Georgia …
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Just Forgetful, or Is It Dementia?
March 24, 2011
Everyone becomes forgetful from time to time: forgetting where you placed the car keys, not remembering to pick up an…
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Heavy Smoking Increases Alzheimer’s Risk
March 24, 2011
If you need another reason to quit smoking, here it is: People who are heavy smokers in middle age have…
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New Drugs for Alzheimer’s Work in Novel Ways
February 25, 2011
By: www.ALZinfo.org A new class of drugs called gamma-secretase modulators works to reduce the buildup of toxic proteins in the…
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Fitness in a Flash: Exercise for Older Adults and Caregivers
February 25, 2011
By Michelle Porter Tiernan Regular physical activity can keep you strong, improve your flexibility and help you manage stress. But…
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Senior-Friendly Fitness Close to Home
February 25, 2011
By Michelle Porter Tiernan Exercise is not only good for your body; it’s good for your brain. Physical activity encourages…
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