This behavior can be a turning point for families caring for a dementia patient
(By Ashley Milne-Tyte for NPR) Dr. Marc Rothman visits a lot of patients with dementia and their families. He is
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Alzheimer's Disease
An Alzheimer’s pill appears to protect some in a high-risk population
(By Jon Hamilton for NPR published October 29, 2025) In April, the future was looking bleak for an experimental Alzheimer’s
Read MoreMental exercise can reverse a brain change linked to aging, study finds
(By Jon Hamilton for NPR) Scientists are reporting the first compelling evidence in people that cognitive training can boost levels
Read MoreThis Geriatrics Training Program Escaped the Ax. For Now.
(By Paula Span for KFF Health News) In St. Louis, a team of students aboard a well-equipped van visits senior
Read MoreThese scientists found Alzheimer’s in their genes. Here’s what they did next
(By Jon Hamilton for NPR) People who inherit two copies of a gene variant called APOE4 have a 60% chance
Read MoreHow Older People Are Reaping Brain Benefits From New Tech
(By Paula Span for KFF Health News) It started with a high school typing course. Wanda Woods enrolled because her
Read MoreAI tool identifies 9 types of dementia: Mayo Clinic
(By: Elizabeth Gregerson for Becker’s Hospital Review) An AI tool developed by Mayo Clinic researchers can identify brain activity patterns
Read MoreTrying to keep your brain young? A big new study finds these lifestyle changes help
(By Jon Hamilton for NPR) Scientists have unveiled the strongest evidence yet that a combination of diet, exercise and brain
Read MoreEven healthy brains decline with age. Here’s what you can do
(By Jon Hamilton for NPR) After about age 40, our brains begin to lose a step or two. Each year,
Read MoreMemory cafes offer camaraderie and fun for people with dementia — and their caregivers
(By Lydia McFarlane for NPR) Rob Kennedy mingled with about a dozen other people in a community space in Clarks
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