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Flu Shots May Reduce the Risk of Alzheimer’s & Related Dementias

Researchers discovered that vaccines may lower the risk of getting Alzheimer’s and associated disorders by increasing the immune system. There are several reasons to get a flu vaccination. However, there is one reason that might surprise you! A recent study suggests that flu shots may protect your brain. According to the study, getting regular vaccines … Continue reading "Flu Shots May Reduce the Risk of Alzheimer’s & Related Dementias"

Support Alzheimer’s Caregivers by Donating this Holiday Season

The holidays are almost here. Spending time with loved ones during this wonderful time of year is just delightful. However, it may be a challenging time of year for the family caregivers, especially for the primary caregiver. Many caregivers of Alzheimer’s patients find the holidays to be stressful and hard. The challenges of the present … Continue reading "Support Alzheimer’s Caregivers by Donating this Holiday Season"

How to Assist Family Caregivers During the Holiday Season

If you have a family member who devotes their time to care for an aging loved one, you are undoubtedly aware of the significant sacrifice required. It takes a lot of compassion, labor, and occasionally a considerable amount of time away from one’s own family to provide care for others. Family caregivers sometimes experience increased … Continue reading "How to Assist Family Caregivers During the Holiday Season"

Tips For Family Caregivers: Taking Care of Yourself

One of the most crucial things you can do as a caregiver is to look after yourself. Caregiving is not easy. Everyone has to make adjustments and give up something. Family caregivers often have to balance work and family obligations to find time for these new responsibilities. Caring for an older person can also be … Continue reading "Tips For Family Caregivers: Taking Care of Yourself"

How to Prepare to Become a Family Caregiver

Being a family caregiver generally starts with two conflicting realities: you are glad to help because you love your loved one, but there is frequently little time to prepare for the situation. Put another way, while most adult children are happy to take care of their aging parents, they are rarely prepared for the occasion … Continue reading "How to Prepare to Become a Family Caregiver"

November 2023: The National Family Caregivers Month.

Every year, millions of Americans take on one of the most challenging tasks in the world: caring for friends and family members who suffer from physical and mental diseases. They assist with daily duties such as bathing, cooking, and shopping, interacting with medical specialists, managing medications, planning schedules, providing emotional support, and others. Caregivers frequently … Continue reading "November 2023: The National Family Caregivers Month."

Showering Identify An Early Sign Of Alzheimer’s

How Showering May Help Identify an Early Sign of Alzheimer’s

Health professionals have advised an early symptom of dementia that can be detected while taking a shower, one that many individuals might not even be aware of. While taking a shower, patients may notice a little-known dementia symptom that can help them receive a crucial early diagnosis, according to health experts. There are presently 55 … Continue reading "How Showering May Help Identify an Early Sign of Alzheimer’s"

New Research has Revealed a “Molecular Road” to Alzheimer’s

Genetic detective work by Brigham researchers has revealed a promising new therapy method for Alzheimer’s. The severity, age of onset, and presentation of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) vary widely among individuals. The SORL1 gene has recently drawn more interest since mutations in this gene appear to have a link to both early and late onset of … Continue reading "New Research has Revealed a “Molecular Road” to Alzheimer’s"

Can Music Influence Alzheimer’s Patients?

Alzheimer’s is a devastating illness that impairs a person’s capacity for thought, reasoning, memory, and independent functioning. Amyloid plaques are protein clumps that form between neurons in the brain and destroy them. Tau protein tangles twist inside brain nerve cells, making it challenging for these cells to communicate and carry nutrients. As a result, brain … Continue reading "Can Music Influence Alzheimer’s Patients?"

World Alzheimer’s Day 2023 Theme: “Never too early, never too late.”

Every September, people around the world gather to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Everyone is encouraged to participate in World Alzheimer’s Month, from individuals to major organizations, including all the world’s Alzheimer’s and dementia associations. Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementia Alzheimer’s disease is the most frequent cause of dementia, accounting for 60-70% of … Continue reading "World Alzheimer’s Day 2023 Theme: “Never too early, never too late.”"

CRISPR Might be Promising in Treating Alzheimer’s

CRISPR-Cas9, the Nobel Prize-winning gene-editing technology discovered by Jennifer Doudna and Emmanuelle Charpentier, is on the verge of entering clinical trials for Alzheimer’s disease. However, experts emphasize addressing the obstacles and wonder if scientists are rushing too hastily. In July 2023, at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC), researchers from the University of California San … Continue reading "CRISPR Might be Promising in Treating Alzheimer’s"

Intermittent fasting may improve memory in Alzheimer’s patients.

Time-restricted feeding, also known as intermittent fasting, involves limiting the energy consumed to specific times of the day and fasting the rest of the time. According to a recent study, time-restricted feeding enhanced cognition and decreased Alzheimer’s pathology in the brain in a mouse model. Alzheimer’s disease, the most prevalent type of dementia, is a … Continue reading "Intermittent fasting may improve memory in Alzheimer’s patients."

A New Dementia Risk Study Finds 11 Key Causes of the Condition

Researchers have developed a method that can predict if someone will experience dementia within the next 14 years using the 11 dementia risk variables they have discovered. In British populations, the score has an accuracy of up to 80%. According to the researchers, it might serve as a preliminary dementia screening technique. Dementia is a … Continue reading "A New Dementia Risk Study Finds 11 Key Causes of the Condition"

The Amyloid Hypothesis of Alzheimer’s: Are we on the right track?

According to estimates, the global dementia population will grow from roughly 57 million in 2019 to 153 million by 2050 [1]. About 60–70% of these cases are due to Alzheimer’s. After age 65, its prevalence doubles every five years, increasing the burden on aging communities in terms of both human distress and healthcare expenses [2]. … Continue reading "The Amyloid Hypothesis of Alzheimer’s: Are we on the right track?"

How to tell when a person with dementia is nearing the end of their life

When a loved one has late-stage dementia, knowing what to anticipate might be helpful. The loss of a loved one can be a difficult notion to grasp and comprehend. Understanding what is ahead can help you prepare both mentally and physically. Knowing when a dementia patient is on the verge of passing away can be … Continue reading "How to tell when a person with dementia is nearing the end of their life"

Your Gut May Influence Your Risk of Alzheimer’s: Study

A recent study relates the risk of Alzheimer’s to the gut microbiome. People with early indicators of the disease exhibited similar gut microbiome compositions that differed from those without early symptoms of the disorder. The cause of Alzheimer’s disease is still a mystery to researchers because it is a complex ailment. According to a recent … Continue reading "Your Gut May Influence Your Risk of Alzheimer’s: Study"

How Long Can a Person With Dementia Live Without Food?

Many people with dementia in its final stages might not eat or drink. Additionally, they could get dysphagia, which would make it difficult for them to swallow effectively. The amount of time a person can survive without food and water varies, but experts think adequate end-of-life care may help them live better. Why do individuals … Continue reading "How Long Can a Person With Dementia Live Without Food?"

Excessive Alcohol Consumption Accelerates Alzheimer’s Progression.

Researchers at Scripps Research and the University of Bologna have recently discovered that the combination of genetic predisposition and alcohol use disorder (AUD) may hasten the progression of Alzheimer’s. The study’s findings elucidate the molecular processes driving memory loss and may have broader ramifications for comprehending and managing Alzheimer’s, irrespective of the consumption of alcohol. … Continue reading "Excessive Alcohol Consumption Accelerates Alzheimer’s Progression."

Scientists Discover How Too Much Sugar Intake May Raise Alzheimer’s Risk

The precise biological mechanisms underlying this association between high blood sugar levels and an elevated risk of Alzheimer’s were previously unknown. A recent investigation into ATP-sensitive potassium (KATP) channels, which control cellular activity based on energy levels, has now clarified the relationship. It opens the door for potential novel therapies focused on particular channels as … Continue reading "Scientists Discover How Too Much Sugar Intake May Raise Alzheimer’s Risk"

Eye Blood Vessel Damage May Drive Alzheimer’s

A new study revealed that abnormalities in the eye blood vessels could aid in the early detection of Alzheimer’s. The team identified an aberration in the blood-retinal barrier, which stops hazardous compounds from entering the retinal tissue, by comparing the retinal blood vessels of Alzheimer’s patients, people with mild cognitive impairment, and healthy volunteers. According … Continue reading "Eye Blood Vessel Damage May Drive Alzheimer’s"

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