Relapse risk for psychosis in dementia lower with continued pimavanserin
Jul 22, 2021
The findings were seen in a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled discontinuation trial that was stopped early for efficacy.
Hear this: Music can have a powerful effect on homebound seniors
By
Caroline Szachnowski
Jul 19, 2021
The benefits of developing music playlists for people with dementia are numerous, according to Dan Cohen, founder of Music & Memory.
Two major health systems will not administer controversial Aduhelm
Jul 15, 2021
Individual doctors can prescribe Aduhelm, but patients would have to go elsewhere to receive the drug via infusion.
Late-life cognitive activity may delay dementia
Jul 14, 2021
Taking up reading, puzzles and games even in one’s 80s may provide cognitive protection.
More news for Wednesday, July 14
By
Alicia Lasek
Jul 14, 2021
Medicare to weigh national coverage for Aduhelm, other Alzheimer’s treatments … Neurologists issue ethical guidance for dementia diagnosis and care … Helping seniors hear better may slow decline...
Medicare mulls coverage for controversial drug for Alzheimer’s disease
Jul 13, 2021
CMS says a final decision on coverage is not likely until next spring.
FDA head asks for investigation into Alzheimer’s disease drug approval
Jul 12, 2021
The request follows reports that Biogen and the FDA held off-the-books meetings before the drug’s approval that may have violated FDA protocol.
Longer reproductive window could up risk for Alzheimer’s disease
Jul 12, 2021
The authors suggest that longer exposure to endogenous estrogen may be associated with increased levels of Alzheimer’s disease biomarkers.
More news for Friday, July 9
Jul 09, 2021
Monday is deadline to comment on whether vaccine reporting rule should apply to assisted living … Biden order to curtail licensure requirements, noncompete agreements: report … Nine states...
New Rx instructions tighten use of controversial Alzheimer’s disease drug
Jul 08, 2021
Major changes to prescribing instructions are rare, especially so soon after approval; it change could curb the drug’s use.
