Thought of the Week: Something Good Every Day
January 5, 2024
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Every day may not be good… But there’s something good in every day.
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Diagnose & Prevent Dementia, in Plain English
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Watch this uniquely clear overview of the steps you can take to diagnose or prevent most types of dementia, including Alzheimer’s.
Catching Alzheimer’s: News or Nonsense?
January 4, 2024
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Everyone knows Alzheimer’s is not catchy, but a new study shows it might be “transmissible”. Learn the difference and find out what it means to research.
Ultrasound from Insightec Boosts New Alzheimer’s Drug 32%
January 4, 2024
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Lecanemab, the newest Alzheimer’s drug, is getting a boost by focusing ultrasound waves on the blood-brain barrier. Learn more about this next step in delivering better Alzheimer’s treatments.
The Original Picture Puzzle
January 3, 2024
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BOOK OF THE WEEK: The Editors of Brain Games for Adults put together this book of original picture puzzles. The variety of brain teasers make this a perfect gift for people living with dementia.
Agitation and Anxiety in Alzheimer’s
December 31, 2023
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UCLA CAREGIVER TRAINING VIDEO: Agitation and anxiety create resistance in people with Alzheimer’s and frustration for their caregivers. Learn techniques to solve and resolve these difficult moments.
High Sugar, Fat and Alzheimer’s
December 29, 2023
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New lab research shows high-sugar diets block brain cells performing anti-Alzheimer’s “housekeeping”. How strong is this diet-dementia link?
Heavy-Duty Auto Handybar
December 28, 2023
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This grab-bar for cars makes getting in and out an easy affair. It glides into any door-latch. Its heavy-duty construction allows an elderly person to lean on it with their full body weight as they enter or exit their vehicle.
Thought of the Week: Light Gets In
December 26, 2023
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We are all broken. That’s how the light gets in. Ernest Hemingway
Alzheimer’s: What Not to Say
December 26, 2023
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[VIDEO] TIPS FOR FAMILY, FRIENDS & CAREGIVERS. The title says it all. Whether caregiving for someone with Alzheimer’s or just visiting, be wise & avoid these phrases.
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