Alzheimer's Disease

Symptoms of Alzheimer's disease include forgetfulness, difficulty using or remembering words and difficulty concentrating. It is the most common cause of dementia in older people. READ MORE

Alzheimer's Disease

Lauren Wilson

Losing Many Women in My Family to Dementia Inspired Me to Donate My Brain to Science

I hope more of us will donate their brains science to help improve medical understanding of this complex organ

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10 Fun Activities to Keep Your Brain Sharp

Brain exercises can engage your brain and help you keep a sharp mind

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Painting Gave Me a Precious World All My Own While Caregiving for My Husband with Alzheimer’s Disease

It didn’t dawn on me until after my husband passed that what I’d been engaging in was art therapy

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Finding Dementia Care for a Loved One

Don’t Journey Alone: How to Find Caregiving Help for a Loved One with Dementia

Caring for someone you love who has dementia can be a heavy burden, but you don’t have to bear it alone. Here are some tips to find the caregiving help you need.

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New Hope in the Fight Against Alzheimer’s

With knowledge from clinical trials, we’re learning how to help those most at risk for Alzheimer’s disease

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Gut Health and Brain Health. What’s the Connection?

Find out how your brain’s health can affect your gut, and how a healthy gut can help improve your mood and cognition

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This Is Your Brain on No Sleep

We need those 7 to 9 hours to keep our brains healthy in the short term — and for the long haul

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How Much Do You Know About Alzheimer’s Disease?

Take our quiz to find out about this common brain disorder

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It’s Long Past Time to Invest in Women’s Health

A new report shows a huge return on investment — and better quality of life — for every dollar spent on women's health research

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​A body camera video recorded the arrest of Karen Garner

Violent Colorado Arrest Puts Spotlight on How Police Treat Disabled People

Police often lack the skills to interact with people with mental and physical disabilities

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Keep Your Brain Healthy at Every Age

It's not just about memory games and puzzles. Diet, exercise and social connections also play a big part in brain health.

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