A Glimpse Into the Future of Long-Term Care: Dementia Villages
Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease continue to be a major global health problem. Today more than 55 million people live with dementia, and WHO expects…
Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease continue to be a major global health problem. Today more than 55 million people live with dementia, and WHO expects…
People in the oldest stage of life who regularly engage in aerobic activities and strength training exercises perform better on cognitive tests than those…
This article is part of the series Diversity & Dementia, produced by Being Patient with support provided by Eisai. Engaging in creative expression like painting, music,…
This article is part of the series Diversity & Dementia, produced by Being Patient with support provided by Eisai. Michele Castro’s mother and brother both passed…
This article is part of the series Diversity & Dementia, produced by Being Patient with support provided by Eisai. Despite being underrepresented in clinical trials, Latinos…
The science behind Alzheimer’s is constantly developing, but its cause remains elusive and the disease is frequently misdiagnosed. A 2017 study at a hospital…
Is dementia preventable? Research shows that yes, sometimes, it is. Scientists project that the number of people living with dementia, a neurodegenerative syndrome which…
One day, Don Kent’s personality started changing. A cool, even-keeled lawyer, he found himself suddenly losing control of his emotions. At the same time,…
Living with dementia can present unique challenges for older adults and their loved ones. Incorporating suitable games into their daily routines can have a…
This article is part of the series Diversity & Dementia, produced by Being Patient with support provided by Eisai. Research shows that Black, Latino, and indigenous…
Difficulties with cognitive functions or skills, such as the ability to recall memories, concentrate on tasks, or find the right words in conversation, are…
This article is part of the series Diversity & Dementia, produced by Being Patient with support provided by Eisai. Dr. Indira Turney was born in the…
In January of 2023, the Food and Drug Administration approved the second anti-amyloid therapy for Alzheimer’s disease, Leqembi (generic name lecanemab). A new Alzheimer’s…
About 44 million people are living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. According to Dr. Dale Bredesen, the key to preventing Alzheimer’s is…
Some 65 percent of adults over the age of 60 live with hearing loss — and mounting research shows it is a controllable risk…