Bruce Willis Family Continues to Raise Awareness of Frontotemporal Dementia
The family of actor Bruce Willis continues to use its public platform to raise awareness of frontotemporal dementia (FTD), helping bring greater attention to a condition
Researchers Continue Exploring Possible Links Between GLP-1 Medications and Brain Health
A growing number of researchers are investigating whether GLP-1 receptor agonists, a class of medications widely used to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity, may also
Experimental Drug Shows Promise in Animal Models of Alzheimer’s Disease
Scientists at ETH Zurich have reported encouraging results from an experimental drug designed to target a newly identified mechanism involved in Alzheimer’s disease. The research
Technology, Dignity, and Independence: A Conversation About the Future of Aging in Place
by Chris NakeaVice Chair & Public Image Officer, ADRAG One of the greatest challenges facing families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia
AI-Powered Blood Test May Improve Dementia Diagnosis
Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have developed a promising new blood test that uses artificial intelligence to help distinguish among several
A Looming Crisis: The Growing Shortage of Dementia Care Specialists
As the baby boomer generation reaches their 80s, the number of individuals affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia is expected to rise dramatically.
LATE Dementia: The Often Misdiagnosed Condition
While Alzheimer’s disease is the most well-known form of dementia, another condition called LATE (Limbic-predominant age-related TDP-43 encephalopathy) is gaining recognition among researchers and clinicians. Recent
Routine Eye Scans May Detect Alzheimer’s Risk Years Before Symptoms Appear
Recent research suggests that routine eye exams could become a powerful tool in detecting Alzheimer’s disease long before symptoms develop. A study conducted in Scotland is
Hunger and Alzheimer’s: The Hidden Crisis That Needs Our Attention
As Alzheimer’s disease continues to impact millions of Americans, an often-overlooked consequence is food insecurity. Families and caregivers of individuals with dementia are struggling not only
Breakthrough Alzheimer’s Drugs Offering New Hope
The landscape of Alzheimer’s treatment is evolving rapidly, with new drugs showing promising results in slowing cognitive decline. Recent developments highlight three experimental drugs—remternetug, buntanetap, and