Alzheimer’s Research on Treatment

August 27, 2014

What kinds of new drugs are being tested in clinical trials? Today, an estimated 50 to 60 compounds are presently…

Alzheimer’s Research on Diagnosis

August 26, 2014

Why is research on diagnosis important? Improving early diagnosis of Alzheimer’s is a primary goal of much research. Drug treatments…

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Alzheimer’s Research on Caregiving

August 26, 2014

What has research revealed about effective interventions for Alzheimer’s caregivers? A large and rigorous long-running trial at New York University…

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New Drug Shows Mixed Results Against Early Alzheimer’s

August 25, 2014

A new drug designed to treat Alzheimer’s disease showed mixed results in a mid-stage study designed to test safety and…

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B Vitamins Fail to Prevent Alzheimer’s

August 25, 2014

Many people take B vitamins in the hopes of warding off Alzheimer’s disease and keeping the mind sharp. But a…

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Pesticide Exposure Linked to Alzheimer’s Disease

August 13, 2014

Exposure to the pesticide DDT may raise the risk of Alzheimer’s disease years later, a new study suggests. The finding…

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How Eating Fish May Help Our Brains

July 21, 2014

People with high blood levels of the “good” fats found in fish had more robust brains than those with low…

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Heavy Drinking in Midlife Speeds Memory Loss

July 21, 2014

Drinking more than two-and-a-half drinks a day can speed memory loss by up to six years, a study of middle…

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Exercise and a Healthy Lifestyle Reduce Dementia Risk

July 21, 2014

If you need more incentive to exercise more and eat better, consider the results of two comprehensive new studies that…

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Simple Steps May Simplify Home Alzheimer’s Care

June 26, 2014

Among Americans with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, an estimated 70 percent are cared for at home by…

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How Heartburn Drugs May Lead to Memory Problems

June 26, 2014

Popular drugs for heartburn may lead to deficiencies in vitamin B12, a vitamin critical for brain and nervous system health.…

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Some Ethnic Groups at Increased Dementia Risk

June 26, 2014

One in five older Americans has type 2 diabetes, putting them at increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and other…

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Caregiving from Afar

June 10, 2014

How to care for a loved one who is many miles away Caring for a loved one who has Alzheimer’s…

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The New Face of Alzheimer’s

June 10, 2014

Women are being affected by Alzheimer’s disease more and more every day. They outnumber men as Alzheimer’s patients, and…

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The Three Goodbyes

June 10, 2014

With proper planning and support, caregivers can reduce some of the burdens associated with late-stage Alzheimer’s. We all know we’ll…

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Seth Rogen: Raising Awareness One Laugh at a Time

June 10, 2014

The gifted actor/writer/producer/director is stepping forward to urge more investment into Alzheimer’s research. Anyone who has been affected by Alzheimer’s…

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Alzheimer’s Disease and Gum Health: Is There a Connection?

June 10, 2014

Previous research has indicated interesting parallels between periodontal disease and Alzheimer’s. Are they connected? We asked the experts. You may…

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“Me” Time

June 10, 2014

How maintaining a hobby can make you a better caregiver.When you’re caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease, you…

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Truth in Numbers

June 10, 2014

Deaths from Alzheimer’s disease may be underreported. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that in 2010,…

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Shadowing

June 10, 2014

The challenge of never being alone Caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease at home is a difficult task and…