Signs of impending dementia may be detectable as early as nine years before a formal diagnosis, according to a new study. Subtle but unmistakable impairments may be found in people at greatest risk for developing dementia, which could lead to earlier intervention, according to the Cambridge University study published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia: The Journal … Read more
The FDA has granted accelerated approval for Eisai/Biogen’s new Alzheimer’s drug Leqembi, the second of a new category of medications targeting the “fundamental pathophysiology” of Alzheimer’s disease. Eisai/Biogen previously launched controversial Alzheimer’s drug Aduhlem (aducanumab) in 2021 to widespread criticism regarding the medication’s price, efficacy, and safety. Leqembi could be massively profitable with a list … Read more
The end of 2022 is here, which means many of us are reflecting on the last year. Maybe this means journaling about your adventures, looking through photos on your phone, or setting intentions for the year to come. We’ve experienced a lot of shocking surprises throughout 2022, from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and a rapid … Read more
A 2022 study shows 1 in 10 Americans over 65 have dementia, and 22% experience mild cognitive impairment, one of the earliest signs of senility. An estimated 6.5 million Americans over 65 have Alzheimer’s, the most common form of dementia—a figure that is expected to more than double. “Close to 13 million Americans will have … Read more
If you want to live a long, healthy life, one of your top priorities should be taking good care of your heart and brain. While it’s no secret that these organs are critical for overall health and nearly every bodily function, many people, unfortunately, have lifestyles that are not only detrimental to their heart and … Read more
If you’re over the age of say, 30, concern about getting dementia someday has probably crossed your mind. Many worry about dementia and Alzheimer’s disease because there is no cure. While science can’t stop this devastating disease, a new study suggests something well within our ability to reduce our risk: cutting way back on ultra-processed … Read more
Dementia is a debilitating disorder that can affect your cognitive abilities like memory, judgment, and thinking so severely that day-to-day activities and routines are disrupted. Dementia is a common condition and according to the World Health Organization, “Currently more than 55 million people live with dementia worldwide, and there are nearly 10 million new cases every … Read more
Being proactive about brain health is one way to live a longer quality of life and help reduce the risk of dementia. According to the World Health Organization, more than 55 million people worldwide are living with the crippling condition that can rob your memory, judgment and performing day-to-day activities. WHO states, “Dementia is currently … Read more
The early signs of dementia can be so vague they’re often overlooked or dismissed as normal aging. It’s only when symptoms become so glaring that many people realize there’s a problem and by that time the disease has progressed to a point where it’s hard to slow it down. Recognizing the first warning signs is … Read more
Dementia is a debilitating condition that can rob you of your memory, personality and ability to perform routine tasks. The World Health Organization states, “Dementia is a syndrome in which there is deterioration in cognitive function beyond what might be expected from the usual consequences of biological ageing.” There’s several types of dementia with Alzheimer’s … Read more