Alzheimer’s Disease

Get the facts about Alzheimer’s disease

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An Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis can be overwhelming. Get the facts about Alzheimer’s from the National Institute on Aging on topics including: Changes in the brain Signs and symptoms What causes Alzheimer’s Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease Participating in clinical trials Treatment of Alzheimer’s disease Support for families and caregivers Visit NIH website for more about Alzheimer’s, related dementias, and […]

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Help Advance the Younger-Onset Alzheimer’s Disease Act

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Dear Friend, Thank you for being part of the fight to end Alzheimer’s disease. Today, we need your help to urge Congress to support the Younger-Onset Alzheimer’s Disease Act. Currently, only Americans over the age of 60 are eligible for Alzheimer’s support programs under the Older Americans Act (OAA). But Alzheimer’s is not just a disease

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Two-Part Webinar Series: Alzheimer’s Facts, Figures, Resources, & Brain Health

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Alzheimer’s Webinar Series The Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline, in partnership with ACL, n4a, and the Eldercare Locator, is hosting this series to ensure professionals are knowledgeable about the impact of Alzheimer’s disease and brain health on American families, and have an understanding of critical community resources and supports. Webinar 1 | Alzheimer’s Facts, Figures and

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Heart to Head Series: The Link between High Blood Pressure and Alzheimer’s Disease

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“Advances in our understanding of the role of cardiovascular risks have shown them to be closely associated with cognitive impairment and dementia. Because many cardiovascular risks are modifiable, it may be possible to maintain brain health and to prevent dementia later in life.”    American Heart Association/American Stroke Association Presidential Advisory, (2017, October), “Defining Optimal

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Northwestern Memorial Hospital hosts 25th Annual Alzheimer Day

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Register online today! Agenda 11:30 AM Welcoming Remarks 12:30 1:00 PM The Mendelson Lecture: “Preventing Alzheimer’s” Eric M. Reiman, MD, Executive Director of the Banner Alzheimer’s Institute and Chief Executive Officer for Banner Research, Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Arizona  1:00-2:30 PM Lunch and Scientific Poster Viewing The scientific poster session features 40-50

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Read the latest in aging and Alzheimer’s news from NIA

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Check out these articles for the latest in aging advances and research happening at the National Institute on Aging at NIH: Some Alzheimer’s biomarkers differ by race, NIA-funded study finds—An NIA-supported study finding racial differences in some Alzheimer’s biomarkers suggests the disease may develop differently in African Americans compared to whites. Blood-brain barrier test may

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What’s being tested to prevent or treat Alzheimer’s

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The National Institute on Aging (NIA), supports a widening range of research studies in people to find answers about how to prevent or treat Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia – from drug development, to lifestyle and caregiving interventions, and more. Check out the full list of all ongoing Alzheimer’s and dementia trials currently being funded by NIA.

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Managing Medicines for a Person with Alzheimer’s

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People with Alzheimer’s disease may take medicines to treat the disease itself, mood or behavior changes, and other medical conditions. Caregivers can ensure that medicines are taken safely and correctly. Here are some tips to help you manage medications for someone with Alzheimer’s disease: Make a complete list of medications. The list should show the name of

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Get the Latest News on Aging and Alzheimer’s

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Check out these articles for the latest in aging advances and research happening at the National Institute on Aging at NIH: Drug combo removes senescent cells, restores cell growth in obese mouse model—The senolytic drug combination of dasatinib and quercetin cleared senescent cells from obese mice in a study by researchers at the Mayo Clinic

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Spread the Word about Alzheimer’s and Related Clinical Trials!

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Interested in volunteering for research on Alzheimer’s, related dementias, and cognitive health? Search for clinical trials and studies near you with NIA’s clinical trials finder. New and featured studies Click on the trial name for details, including contact information. Drugs and Supplements BHV-4157 for Alzheimer’s Disease (T2 Protect AD) (multiple sites) Valacyclovir for Mild Alzheimer’s Disease (New York, NY)

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