Exercise Video Games Slow Cognitive Decline in Alzheimer’s
Study: Can Exercise Video Games Slow Cognitive Decline in Alzheimer’s?
Exergaming refers to technology that encourages physical activity and may also offer cognitive benefits. Recent research has suggested that intensive exergaming positively affects the brain’s white matter and gray matter, potentially leading to cognitive benefits. Exergaming is the use of interactive video games that require physical movement. It combines exercise and play in a way … Continue reading "Study: Can Exercise Video Games Slow Cognitive Decline in Alzheimer’s?"
Busting the Myths About Alzheimer’s Disease
Busting the Myths About Alzheimer’s Disease
There are many myths and misconceptions about Alzheimer’s disease. These myths can lead to misunderstandings regarding the condition, affecting both awareness and care.  Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most common and devastating forms of dementia, affecting millions of people worldwide. Yet despite decades of research and awareness campaigns, myths and misunderstandings about Alzheimer’s continue … Continue reading "Busting the Myths About Alzheimer’s Disease"
3-Minute Brainwave Test Can Detect Alzheimer’s Years Early
A Simple 3-Minute Brainwave Test Can Detect Alzheimer’s Years Early
According to a new study, individuals with mild cognitive impairment may benefit from a three-minute noninvasive test to help detect memory problems. The University of Bath created a straightforward brainwave test that may identify Alzheimer’s disease-related memory impairment years before a clinical diagnosis is usually possible. Alzheimer’s disease is the most prevalent type of dementia, … Continue reading "A Simple 3-Minute Brainwave Test Can Detect Alzheimer’s Years Early"
Alzheimer’s Study: Walking May Help Prevent the Disease
Alzheimer’s Study: Walking May Help Prevent the Disease
A recent study has suggested that walking more may help prevent Alzheimer’s. Walking seemed to have the highest cognitive advantage for people who are genetically prone to Alzheimer’s. Regular walks may be the first step in lowering the risk of aging-related cognitive decline. Several studies have suggested that engaging in regular physical activity can help … Continue reading "Alzheimer’s Study: Walking May Help Prevent the Disease"
World Alzheimer’s Day 2025
World Alzheimer’s Day 2025: Theme, Significance, & Alzheimer’s Awareness
Every year on September 21, the world observes World Alzheimer’s Day as a global health awareness day to increase public understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. It is a part of the broader World Alzheimer’s Month, which takes place throughout September. It encompasses global campaigns, educational activities, and initiatives designed to reduce … Continue reading "World Alzheimer’s Day 2025: Theme, Significance, & Alzheimer’s Awareness"
Difference Between Normal Aging and Dementia
What is the Difference Between Normal Aging and Dementia? What You Should Know
Some of us may become more forgetful as we age, require a little more time to recall things, or have trouble multitasking. The possibility that these could be early indications of dementia can be a little concerning. These could, however, be a consequence of normal aging rather than dementia. Understand how dementia differs from normal … Continue reading "What is the Difference Between Normal Aging and Dementia? What You Should Know"
Two Cancer Drugs May Help in Alzheimer’s Treatment
Two Cancer Drugs May Help in Alzheimer’s Treatment
Researchers are continually looking for therapies or cures for Alzheimer’s disease. According to a recent study from UC San Francisco and Gladstone Institutes, a combination of two repurposed cancer drugs may be able to reverse the brain changes brought on by Alzheimer’s, potentially delaying or even reversing the symptoms of the condition. Alzheimer’s, which affects … Continue reading "Two Cancer Drugs May Help in Alzheimer’s Treatment"
Breast Cancer Survivors May Have a Lower Alzheimer’s Risk
Breast Cancer Survivors May Have a Lower Alzheimer’s Risk: Study
A cohort study from Samsung Medical Center in South Korea investigated Alzheimer’s prevalence in breast cancer survivors. The researchers compared Alzheimer’s prevalence to several cancer treatment approaches, as well as a group of healthy women. According to the findings, breast cancer survivors who underwent radiation therapy had an 8% lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s.  The … Continue reading "Breast Cancer Survivors May Have a Lower Alzheimer’s Risk: Study"
Eating Eggs Weekly May Lower Alzheimer's Risk
Alzheimer’s: Eating Eggs Weekly May Lower Risk
Eating eggs may lower your risk of Alzheimer’s, according to a recent study. The researchers also revealed, using brain autopsies, that people who consumed eggs more regularly had less buildup of toxic Alzheimer’s-related proteins in their brains. They suggested that the choline and omega-3 concentrations in eggs may be responsible for this link. Alzheimer’s is … Continue reading "Alzheimer’s: Eating Eggs Weekly May Lower Risk"
Tips to Overcome Caregiver Burnout
Tips to Overcome Caregiver Burnout
Caregiving is a demanding job. While caring for someone you know and love can be rewarding, it can also be draining and stressful. This stress can sometimes result in burnout symptoms. While the feelings that contribute to the stress can sometimes feel overwhelming, there are effective strategies to manage them. Caregivers should understand that negative … Continue reading "Tips to Overcome Caregiver Burnout"
MIND Diet May Reduce Alzheimer's Risk
The MIND Diet May Reduce Alzheimer’s Risk At Any Age: Study
According to a recent study from the University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center, people who adhered to the MIND diet pattern had a considerably lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s or other dementias, even if they started following it later in life. These benefits were more noticeable among African Americans, Latinos, and white participants. Alzheimer’s disease is … Continue reading "The MIND Diet May Reduce Alzheimer’s Risk At Any Age: Study"
Cycling May Lower the Risk of Alzheimer's
Cycling May Lower the Risk of Alzheimer’s
Many people use bicycles for both transportation and exercise. Previous studies have reported the health benefits of cycling, including a decrease in an individual’s risk of developing specific illnesses. Now, a recent study has revealed that persons who use bicycles as their primary form of transportation may be at a lower risk of developing dementia. … Continue reading "Cycling May Lower the Risk of Alzheimer’s"
Care for Someone with Dementia in Hot Weather
Caregiver Tips: How to Care for Someone with Dementia in Hot Weather
Summer is a lovely season with bright days and chances for outdoor recreation. However, as heat waves have become common due to climate change, there is also a higher chance of heat-related issues such as dehydration and overheating, particularly for those who have dementia.  Adapting our behavior to temperature fluctuations requires a great deal of … Continue reading "Caregiver Tips: How to Care for Someone with Dementia in Hot Weather"
Cold Sore Virus to a Higher Alzheimer’s Risk
A New Study Links Cold Sore Virus to a Higher Alzheimer’s Risk
A recent large-scale study has revealed that Herpes simplex virus 1 (HSV-1), which is most commonly known for causing cold sores, may considerably increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Scientists discovered that those with HSV-1 had an 80% higher risk of Alzheimer’s, whereas those receiving antiviral drugs had a 17% lower risk.  The number of … Continue reading "A New Study Links Cold Sore Virus to a Higher Alzheimer’s Risk"
FDA Cleared First Blood Test for Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
FDA Cleared First Blood Test for Alzheimer’s Diagnosis: What Should You Know
The US Food and Drug Administration recently approved the first blood test to aid in the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease. This new test aims to reduce dependency on PET scans, offer a less invasive alternative, and improve accessibility to diagnosis. It quantifies blood levels of the proteins tau and amyloid-beta and is less invasive than … Continue reading "FDA Cleared First Blood Test for Alzheimer’s Diagnosis: What Should You Know"
Climate Change and Brain Health
Climate Change and Brain Health: How Rising Temperatures Impact the Brain
The first thing that comes to mind when we think of climate change is significant changes in weather patterns. However, did you know that climate change also affects the brain? Climate change can significantly affect every area of our lives, from altered climates that affect drought and flooding to changes in air, water, and soil … Continue reading "Climate Change and Brain Health: How Rising Temperatures Impact the Brain"
Alzheimer’s Blood Biomarkers
Sex, Age, and Genetics Influence Alzheimer’s Blood Biomarkers: Study
A recent 17-year German cohort study investigated the link between dementia-related blood biomarker levels and non-modifiable risk factors. Researchers found that age, APOE ε4 status, and particularly female sex significantly influence the levels of blood biomarkers related to Alzheimer’s disease. This finding provides new insight into how these risk factors impact the course of the … Continue reading "Sex, Age, and Genetics Influence Alzheimer’s Blood Biomarkers: Study"
Diabetes Drugs
Popular Diabetes Drugs May Protect Against Alzheimer’s
Researchers at the University of Florida College of Pharmacy discovered that a pair of popular glucose-lowering drugs may protect people with Type 2 diabetes from developing Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. According to a recent study by the University of Florida, individuals with type 2 diabetes who take two popular anti-diabetic drugs are less likely … Continue reading "Popular Diabetes Drugs May Protect Against Alzheimer’s"
Caregiver Tips
Caregiver Tips: How to Communicate with Someone with Dementia
A person with dementia, a progressive neurodegenerative disorder, will eventually lose the ability to remember and understand basic information, including names, dates, and locations. A person with dementia gradually loses the ability to communicate, affecting their ability to reason correctly and express logical ideas.   If you are caring for someone with dementia, you may discover … Continue reading "Caregiver Tips: How to Communicate with Someone with Dementia"
Anti-Amyloid Drug May Lower Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Risk
Anti-Amyloid Drug May Lower Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Risk by 50%
Researchers tested a novel drug on people with a genetically inherited form of Alzheimer’s in a recent trial. It is almost impossible for someone who has dementia to prevent developing it. Gantenerumab helps remove amyloid plaques, which are one of the neurological characteristics of Alzheimer’s. The drug lowered some participants’ likelihood of developing the condition … Continue reading "Anti-Amyloid Drug May Lower Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Risk by 50%"