We live in an era where finding answers quickly is highly valued. But is faster always better?
Straight from the gut: AI helps researchers confirm Alzheimer’s link
By
John O'Connor
Apr 24, 2024
Cleveland Clinic researchers are using artificial intelligence to confirm the link between the gut microbiome and Alzheimer’s disease.
Taking Alzheimer’s personally
By
John O'Connor
Jun 01, 2023
Many caring, decent people have been — and will be — struck down by a disease that robs them of their memories — and ultimately who they are. But this time it’s different. This time, it’s personal.
Memory care breakthrough, or yet another false alarm?
By
John O'Connor
Dec 01, 2022
This week’s Alzheimer’s revelation is a hopeful sign, but even under the best possible scenario, much work remains.
Do you really want to know you have Alzheimer’s?
By
John O'Connor
May 05, 2022
Would you want to know if Alzheimer’s disease is starting to feast on your brain? It turns out the answer soon might be in your hands.
Our attitude toward dementia needs to change
By
John O'Connor
Mar 17, 2022
More fiscal commitment is needed for research. But I think something else also is required: our attitude toward dementia needs to change.
A very troubling $56 billion question
By
John O'Connor
Jul 08, 2021
Considering some of the alternatives, I’m far from convinced that bankrupting Medicare for the sake of Aduhelm would be money well spent.
An Operation Warp Speed for Alzheimer’s? Why not?
By
John O'Connor
Jan 14, 2021
Our nation’s response to COVID-19 provides a definitive answer about what more can be done for Alzheimer’s disease.
An easier and cheaper way to diagnose Alzheimer’s disease may be on the way
By
John O'Connor
Mar 04, 2020
A simple blood test might soon be all that’s needed to confirm Alzheimer’s disease and frontotemporal dementia.
Focus On: There’s no one-size-fits-all way to engage residents
By
John O'Connor
Feb 13, 2020
Senior living operators use a variety of ways to describe their dementia care services, but all aim for engagement.