New Alzheimer’s drugs provide hope for patients
New drugs that studies show can slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease may soon be available to Iowans. Full Story
New drugs that studies show can slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease may soon be available to Iowans. Full Story
A new vaccine, discussed at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2023, may have the potential to prevent or modify Alzheimer’s disease by targeting inflamed brain cells linked to the…
As temperatures rise, extreme heat can have a significant impact on everyone’s safety, but these conditions can be especially stressful and confusing for individuals with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Full…
People are being warned to look out for two little-known symptoms of dementia that could be spotted in loved ones at home. Full Story
Stacy Crawford, owner of Klear Water Coaching and Wellness, cares for her mother who suffers from dementia. She shares her story and offers what she has learned. Full Story
PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — According to the Alzheimer’s Association, an estimated 11 million Americans spent 30 hours per week per providing caregiver support for loved ones with dementia in 2022.…
The risk of developing dementia comes with age, but dementia is not a normal part of aging. Full Story
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — When Holly Edmondson was in nursing school 30 years ago, she says she was taught that the goal for people with dementia was to reorient them…
In recent months, we’ve heard about Bruce Willis’s frontotemporal dementia and Chris Hemsworth’s genetic predisposition toward Alzheimer’s disease (which doesn’t necessarily mean he’ll get it). Full Story
According to a Colombia University study, 10% of adults over 65 have dementia, and an additional 22% have mild cognitive impairments. Full Story