Q. My husband, Billy, 72, was diagnosed with dementia a few years ago. He has become combative recently and has become verbally and physically abusive, which is so unlike him. I’m not accustomed to this behavior from my typically … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Two New Virginia Resources for Loved Ones with Dementia
March 18, 2022 by
Dear Angel,My father was just diagnosed with dementia. He will be moving in with my family and me in our Northern Virginia home. What are some resources that are available in the area and/or state to help us as caregivers, and … [Read more...]
Print This PageMinimally-Invasive Breakthrough Procedure for Alzheimer’s Disease Approved for Early Alzheimer’s Patients in UT Study
March 1, 2022 by
Jane, 72, was a 30-year teacher and librarian in a San Antonio school district before retiring in 2016. After leaving the classroom and library, life slowed down and her memory began to decline. Jane and her husband went to the … [Read more...]
Print This PageDoes Decluttering Help or Hurt People with Dementia? Two Sides to the Story
February 15, 2022 by
Linda, who is in the early stages of Alzheimer’s, enjoys taking trips to the thrift store. Her intent is to find treasures and collectibles, such as teacups, which she has collected since she was a child. Once in a while, Linda … [Read more...]
Print This PageHow Space is Changing Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Research
February 8, 2022 by
Space research is behind numerous innovations, including GPS systems for navigation, air purifiers, and 3D printers. But it is not just technology that is getting better because of space flights. Zero gravity changes the human … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: SAGE Test Helps Families Test Senior Cognitive Ability
December 10, 2021 by
Dear Oakley,I heard that there is a test where you can identify early signs of dementia at home. Can you tell me more about it?Thanks for your help!Tess Tatthome---Dear Tess,The SAGE test (Self-Administered … [Read more...]
Print This PageWhat Is the Connection Between Alzheimer’s and Diabetes?
December 10, 2021 by
Q. My sister is overweight, and her doctor says she is prediabetic. She is trying to become healthier and exercise more often to prevent it from becoming diabetes. She read somewhere that there is a correlation between diabetes … [Read more...]
Print This PageDoes Intermittent Fasting Slow Cognitive Decline?
November 19, 2021 by
Q. My father was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. Similar to many who have been given such a devastating diagnosis, we’d like to do what we can to slow the cognitive decline for as long as possible. I read somewhere … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: What Are the Brain-Changing Benefits of Exercise?
November 19, 2021 by
Dear Angel,I heard that exercise can not only help you stay young and fit but also has an effect on the brain. Still, I am too lazy to get off the sofa in the cold weather. Can you explain some benefits of exercise that will … [Read more...]
Print This PageTony Bennett: When Musical Memory Triumphs Over Alzheimer’s
October 5, 2021 by
This past Sunday on “60 Minutes,” Tony Bennett’s wife, Susan, revealed that Tony (95) was diagnosed with Alzheimer's five years ago. The entire country may now know that Tony has Alzheimer’s, but Tony himself doesn’t know of his … [Read more...]
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