The well-known factors that contribute to the development of dementia include genetics, age, lifestyle and even environment. But more and more research is pointing…
While scientists remain far from finding a cure for dementia in its many forms, researchers are continuing to make slow-but-steady progress toward identifying potential…
Scientists are continuing to search for answers to Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, targeting beta-amyloid and tau protein, inflammation, and genetic factors in research…
Much of Alzheimer’s research has focused on beta-amyloid plaques, one of the main drivers behind neurodegeneration in people with dementia. But more and more…
The exact causes behind dementia are varied and at times unclear. We know that genetic factors — like carrying the APOE4 gene — can…
The party was unremarkable. Overcrowded, yes, but nothing out of the ordinary. Within 15 minutes, however, I began to feel uncomfortable and knew that…
For people living with Alzheimer’s and dementia as well as their family members, the holidays can be particularly stressful. Gift-giving, in particular, may leave…
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