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Getting out into the fresh air and taking a walk does good things for your brain and well-being, researchers say.
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First drug to modestly slow Alzheimer’s cognitive decline, based on 1,800 patients.
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Why Does Alzheimer’s First Attack the Neurons That Hold Our Memories?
July 5, 2023
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Scientists say the neurons responsible for transforming experiences into memories are always the first to go in Alzheimer’s. Now they’re taking a closer look to try to figure out why, and what to do about it.
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July 3, 2023
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A research study finds when young healthy men had a full, uninterrupted night of rest, their blood levels showed a reduced level of tau, the biomarker for Alzheimer’s disease. The level was higher when they lost just one night of sleep. Learn more.
What to Expect When Going for a Memory Diagnosis
July 3, 2023
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What to ask and expect when going for a memory, Alzheimer’s or dementia diagnosis.
Alzheimer’s Alphabet Activity
July 2, 2023
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Here’s a good activity caregivers can use easily, contributed by one of our readers. It’s a simple game, great in mid-stage Alzheimer’s.
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TRAILER: Robin Williams and his battle with Lewy Body Dementia.
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