Although Being Patient is based in the U.S., our reporting — and the people contributing to the platform — know no borders! This week,…
Around 36 percent of people in England with dementia are unaware they have the condition, according to a new report from the Dementia Commission….
Even after decades of studying Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and other similar conditions, scientists still don’t know what exactly causes the disease to develop. What they…
When the cold and dark winter is setting in, some of us envy animals that can hibernate. This long, deep rest is an example…
On July 6, 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration fully approved the Alzheimer’s drug Leqembi (generic name lecanemab), a monoclonal antibody drug for…
While many people use Alzheimer’s and dementia interchangeably, these don’t mean the same thing. What exactly is the difference? Dementia is a word used…
Familiar scents and odors spark powerful memories for just about anyone. Getting a whiff of freshly baked goods may bring someone back to their…
In order to slow down the progression of Alzheimer’s disease, it needs to be diagnosed early — so early that symptoms may hardly even…
As people age, the wear and tear on their blood vessels caused by high blood pressure, cholesterol, or other cardiovascular risk factors, damages the…
What were the biggest breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s and dementia in 2023? Watch the video or read a transcript below. 1. The FDA grants full…
The brain’s immune system is like an orchestra. Imagine the microglia are the violinists and cellists, the astrocytes are the brass section, and various…
A small, seahorse-sized area of the brain is responsible for most of our learning and memory. Called the hippocampus, this area is key…
At this time of year many of us resolve to prioritise our health. So it is no surprise there’s a roaring trade of products…
It’s been a big year for our little journalism organization and community platform. In 2023, our readership grew by at least 2 million people,…
Alzheimer’s disease is often thought of as a condition that only affects the elderly. But around 3.9 million people worldwide aged 30 to 64…