5 Tips to Make Everyday Tasks Easier With Early Stage Dementia
Many people with early-stage dementia continue to successfully manage their everyday activities. But it’s important to look ahead to a
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News from the NIA: Controlling High Blood Pressure Can Reduce Dementia Risk
Investigators examined long-term data from four different countries and found that treating high blood pressure with medication not only improves
Talk to Your Family About Alzheimer’s Disease
A family history of Alzheimer’s disease may mean that you are at a higher risk of developing the disease yourself.
Mixed Dementia – What You Need to Know
It is common for people with dementia to have mixed dementia—a combination of two or more types of dementia. A
The National Association of Area Agencies (n4a) Releases Dementia and Brain Health Report
Learn how #AreaAgenciesonAging are addressing the needs of people living with dementia in our newest report, Dementia and Brain Health: The Role
What is Lewy Body Dementia?
Lewy body dementia (LBD) is a disease associated with abnormal protein deposits called Lewy bodies. These deposits affect chemicals in
Get the facts about Alzheimer’s disease
An Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis can be overwhelming. Get the facts about Alzheimer’s from the National Institute on Aging on topics including: Changes
A Message from the NIA:
Help us shape the 2020 Dementia Care & Caregiving Summit Courtney Wallin, Health Science Policy Analyst, Office of the Director
What is Vascular Dementia?
Did you know that some forms of dementia and cognitive impairment can arise from stroke or other vascular brain injuries
What’s being tested to prevent or treat Alzheimer’s
The National Institute on Aging (NIA), supports a widening range of research studies in people to find answers about how