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A Novel Way to Identify Alzheimer’s and Predict Its Progression
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A Novel Way to Identify Alzheimer’s and Predict Its Progression

A newly discovered protein in spinal fluid may identify early-stage Alzheimer’s and predict its progression. Research findings…

Top National Institute on Aging Researchers Talk Candidly About Alzheimer’s Research
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Top National Institute on Aging Researchers Talk Candidly About Alzheimer’s Research

New and exciting collaborations are changing the face of Alzheimer’s research and treatment.

Is This a New Early Feature of Alzheimer’s Disease?
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Is This a New Early Feature of Alzheimer’s Disease?

Memory loss is the classic red flag for Alzheimer’s. But new research suggests that seizures may be a trigger or early symptom of the disease. Read on…

Do We Finally Know What Causes Alzheimer’s?
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Do We Finally Know What Causes Alzheimer’s?

A bacterial infection that spreads to the brain might cause Alzheimer’s disease. Treating the infection could halt or prevent the dementia.

Mushrooms: The Brain Food That Fights Dementia
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Mushrooms: The Brain Food That Fights Dementia

If you want to keep your mind sharp, a new brain-boosting food has just been revealed by researchers. Read on for the details…

Cognitive Assessments: Are You Being Shortchanged?
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Cognitive Assessments: Are You Being Shortchanged?

Annual wellness visits are supposed to include a cognitive assessment for Alzheimer’s disease. But only one-fifth of patients are getting one.

The Dementia Gene—Here’s How to Beat It
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The Dementia Gene—Here’s How to Beat It

Nearly half of people who carry the APOE e4 gene develop dementia. Here’s what to do to stay in the other half.

Your Brain Works Worse During One Half of the Year
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Your Brain Works Worse During One Half of the Year

You’re able to concentrate and remember better in summer and fall, according to a new study. Here’s what that means for you…

Herpes Virus Linked to Alzheimer’s Disease
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Herpes Virus Linked to Alzheimer’s Disease

Even after years of investigation, the cause of Alzheimer’s remains elusive. A recent study gives important new clues…

Beware of “Skinny Fat”—a New Dementia Risk
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Beware of “Skinny Fat”—a New Dementia Risk

There are plenty of known risk factors for dementia. Researchers have now identified a new one that looks at body weight and muscle mass. Read on…

How to Stay Connected to a Loved One with Alzheimer’s
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How to Stay Connected to a Loved One with Alzheimer’s

The news that a friend or relative has Alzheimer’s disease is not only devastating—it also can be intimidating. Most people…

How to Keep Love Alive When Your Spouse Has Dementia
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How to Keep Love Alive When Your Spouse Has Dementia

When one spouse has Alzheimer's or any other type of dementia, keeping emotional bonds strong is a challenge. Plus...should you still have sex?

What’s Your Real Risk for Alzheimer’s?
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What’s Your Real Risk for Alzheimer’s?

Alzheimer's is among the most dreaded diseases, but your family history may be less important than you think. Learn why here...

What Your Eyes Say About Your Alzheimer’s Risk
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What Your Eyes Say About Your Alzheimer’s Risk

Alzheimer’s disease has been notoriously difficult to diagnose. Now, researchers have found an eye scan that may change that…

Lessons from a Dementia Coach
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Lessons from a Dementia Coach

These tips from a dementia coach can improve care for a loved one with dementia at home–and help you cope, too.