HEALTH 3 days ago Alzheimer’s caregiver handbook: Here are expert tips and techniques for those who tend to dementia patients Dr. Heather Sandison, an expert in Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia care, says it’s critical for caregivers to protect their own mental and physical health. Read an excerpt from her new book.
HEALTH 3 days ago FDA approves new drug for Alzheimer’s disease: ‘Meaningful results’ The FDA has approved a new medication for people with Alzheimer’s disease. Eli Lilly’s Kisunla (donanemab) is a once-monthly injection intended for adults with early symptomatic Alzheimer's disease.
HEALTH 5 days ago Amid post-debate cognitive concerns, doctor recommends 3 natural supplements to boost brain power Dr. Nicole Saphier, associate professor at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City, shares recommendations for supplements to help improve mental focus and prevent dementia.
Alzheimers June 20 In Alzheimer’s breakthrough, researchers identify ‘protective gene’ that delays disease in high-risk family A significant Alzheimer’s study sheds new light on a protective gene that appears to delay the disease in those destined to develop it. A researcher shared how it could "transform lives."
NFL June 18 Cowboys legend Michael Irvin reveals wife, 58, has early-onset Alzheimer’s Pro Football Hall of Famer Michael Irvin revealed in an interview this week that his wife, Sandy, is suffering from early-onset Alzheimer’s.
HEALTH June 17 Alzheimer’s blood test achieves faster diagnoses, high accuracy at Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic has announced a new, non-invasive blood test that detects a protein in the brain that signals Alzheimer’s. Doctors discuss how it offers a convenient, less invasive diagnostic alternative.
HEALTH June 16 7 important health stories this week you simply can't miss As you prepare for the week ahead, check out some of the top recent stories in Health that you may have missed, or have been meaning to check out — here are 7 of the most impactful stories.
HEALTH June 12 ‘Reversing’ Alzheimer’s: Here are exercises to make the brain more resilient In her new book “Reversing Alzheimer's: The New Tool Kit to Improve Cognition and Protect Brain Health," Dr. Heather Sandison offers exercise tips to alleviate Alzheimer's symptoms.
HEALTH June 11 Experimental Alzheimer’s drug gets FDA advisory panel's thumbs-up: ‘Progress is happening’ An experimental Alzheimer’s drug, donanemab, was endorsed by a U.S. Food and Drug Administration advisory panel on Monday. Industry experts and doctors shared reactions.
VIDEO June 7 Clinical study improved Alzheimer's symptoms without drugs UCSF clinical professor of medicine Dr. Dean Ornish joins ‘Fox & Friends’ to discuss his clinical study offering a better quality of life to Alzheimer's patients.
