For many people, correcting loved ones comes from a place of care and a desire to help others grow intellectually. However, conversations with a…
When retired interior designer Denis Lowe began to have problems with multitasking and presenting designs to clients, he knew something was wrong. Three years…
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Light pollution is a growing issue. Over the past 25 years, artificial lighting has surged by 49% worldwide. For perspective, the brightness of the…
Music is woven into the fabric of our everyday lives. Whether it’s lifting our spirits, pushing us to run faster or soothing us to…
This article is part of the Diversity & Dementia series, produced by Being Patient with support provided by Eisai. Research and clinical trials for…
December 18, 2024 Janet is a caregiver to her mom who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2021 and later was correctly diagnosed with Vascular…
There are plenty of gifts designed specifically for people living with dementia that can be helpful, calming or stress-relieving, whether they’re intended to spur…
‘Tis the season when the conversation shifts to what you’re thankful for. Gathered with family and friends around a holiday feast, for instance, people…
November 18, 2024 Kristen Medica is a caregiver to her husband who began showing signs of dementia at age 30. She works in healthcare…
In late September 2024, Hurricane Helene caused widespread damage and loss of power across the Southeastern United States, with western regions of North Carolina…
This past three months in the Alzheimer’s drug development space have seen a new FDA approval for a symptomatic treatment, a couple failed phase…