WASHINGTON — U.S. officials have approved another Alzheimer’s drug that can modestly slow the disease, providing a new option for patients in the early stages of the incurable, memory-destroying ailment.…
Alzheimer’s disease puts a significant burden on not only the nearly seven million people who have been diagnosed with it, but also the caregivers supporting them. Full Story
At 80, Rose Carfagno of West Norriton, Pa., was charming, social and independent, still working as a hair stylist and going ballroom dancing every weekend. Full Story
About three months ago, our family thrust itself into the world of caregiving. We found out this past November that my father-in-law has dementia, and it had reached a point…
Carers of those with dementia have been invited to share their perspectives on Manx Care services to help improve the support available. Full Story
The Bulloch County Alzheimer's Association Caregiver Support Group just celebrated its one-year anniversary in June 2024. The Full Story
Dementia is the second leading cause of death in Australia, the leading cause of death of women, the second leading cause of disease burden overall, and the leading cause of…
Spatial navigation – the ability to select and follow a route from one place to another – is a skill we use every day. Full Story
A Southampton woman has said technology has transformed the life of her mother who has dementia. Full-time carer Rachel Haworth, 53, looks after her mother, Brenda, 89. Full Story
Research suggests there is a chance I have a pair of genes that will lead me to develop Alzheimer’s disease. Full Story