Memo to memory care communities: Don’t bogart that medicine, and lighten up
By
John O'Connor
Jul 25, 2018
Could synthetic marijuana and bright lights be the next big things in dementia care? New findings revealed at the Alzheimer’s Association’s International Conference in Chicago suggest both...
Take two Bunny Hops and call me in the morning
By
John O'Connor
Nov 06, 2017
As drug companies invest millions of dollars to find Alzheimer’s treatments, one research team is dancing to a different drummer. Actually, dancing to a drummer could be part of its investigation.
Statins may help reduce risk for Alzheimer’s disease
By
John O'Connor
Dec 14, 2016
Drugs frequently prescribed to treat high cholesterol might also help reduce the odds a person will suffer from Alzheimer’s disease, a new examination of Medicare data has found.
‘Mindfulness’ training appears helpful
By
John O'Connor
Oct 01, 2014
Simultaneous mindfulness training for residents with early-stage dementia and their caregivers helps both groups, a new study finds.
Exercise reduces risk for Alzheimer’s
By
John O'Connor
Jun 01, 2014
One of the best ways to prevent Alzheimer’s disease in old age is to remain physically active in the preceding years, Finnish researchers recently discovered.
Come for the flu shot, stay for the cognitive screening
By
John O'Connor
Mar 07, 2019
Less than a third of older adults have ever been assessed for cognitive problems, and only 16% undergo routine cognitive assessments during normal health checkups. So how do we go about the difficult task...
Study unearths predictive features of Alzheimer’s disease
By
John O'Connor
Jan 31, 2019
Researchers at the University of California have used algorithms to identify potential blood-based markers of Alzheimer’s disease. The discovery could lead to earlier diagnoses and spur non-invasive...
Program helps those with dementia regain ‘lost’ words
By
John O'Connor
Oct 25, 2016
An innovative online speech therapy program is helping seniors with dementia recall words that seemed lost, including the names of their grandchildren.
Focus On: Dementia engagement briefs
By
John O'Connor
Feb 13, 2020
Read about person-centered care, the global dementia care products market, and virtual reality.
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.