The Therapeutic Power of Pets: Benefits for People with Dementia
For individuals living with dementia or Alzheimer's, the companionship of a pet can offer significant comfort and a source of joy. While bringing a new pet into a person's life…
The Benefits of True Tea and Other Beverages for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Prevention
When it comes to supporting brain health and lowering the risk of dementia, what you drink can make a difference. Research shows that certain beverages—such as green and black tea,…
What Is the Link Between Alzheimer’s Disease and Herpes Simplex Virus-1?
New research suggests that herpes simplex virus-1 (HSV-1) may play a role in the development of Alzheimer’s disease, offering fresh insight into how infections affect the brain. The study also…
Oral Health and Alzheimer’s Risk
For decades, researchers have recognized the strong link between a healthy body and a healthy mind. More recently, studies are extending this connection to explore how oral health may play…
Preventing Alzheimer’s: What Research Tells Us
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and cognitive decline affect millions of families, and researchers continue to search for ways to prevent or slow these conditions. While much progress has been made, the…
What We Know About Alzheimer’s Disease – And How Long We’ve Known It
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) remains one of the most studied — yet least fully understood — conditions of our time. While researchers have made progress in uncovering risk factors and potential…
When is National Alzheimer’s Month?
November is recognized as Alzheimer’s Awareness Month — a time dedicated to raising awareness, honoring those impacted, and supporting the more than 6.2 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease. Quick…
Alzheimer’s Disease and Ultrasound
Focused Ultrasound Therapy Focused ultrasound is an innovative, noninvasive technology with the potential to improve quality of life and reduce the cost of care for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease. This…
What is Alzheimer’s Disease? Myths vs. Reality
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most misunderstood health conditions, and many myths still circulate about its causes, treatments, and risk factors. Understanding what’s true — and what isn’t —…
FDA Approves Eli Lilly’s Alzheimer’s Drug Kisunla for $695 a Vial
The FDA has approved a second drug to treat early-stage Alzheimer’s disease — Kisunla, developed by Eli Lilly. In Alzheimer’s patients, proteins in the brain form plaques and tangles that…