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Caught in a frustrating loop of suspecting dementia in your loved one, only to be denied by doctors? Join me as we explore the untold story behind dementia diagnoses. Don't miss out on key insights that can change everything!
Lecanemab (marketed as Leqembi) is today's top Alzheimer's drug. Why does equitable access to this drug remain a significant challenge? What needs to be done?
Does dementia always begin with memory loss? Three people living with dementia reveal common misconceptions about their diagnoses.
Why do so many people with dementia refuse to bathe? 🚿 What can you do? One simple change could make the difference. See tips to help your loved one. Leave a comment sharing what worked for you. It could inspire another caregiver!
Baylor University/Dell Medical School study reveals surprising link between technology use and reduced risk for dementia for older adults.
POEM: Moving poetry about mothers, dementia and powerful love.
P-tau217 is a blood-based marker for Alzheimer's. See how it offers a simpler, cheaper way to analyze Alzheimer's.
Stanford Medicine's new analysis of a vaccination program found shingles vaccines appear to lower dementia diagnoses by 20% -- more than any other known intervention.
Heavy drinkers who have eight or more alcoholic drinks per week have increased risk of brain lesions called hyaline arteriolosclerosis, signs of brain injury that are associated with memory and thinking problems, according to a new study.
See how living with dementia can be a full and meaningful life, in this Virginia Film Festival movie. Watch innovative approaches in memory care communities that improve the well-being of residents.
A fascinating Smell-Test developed at Mass General Brigham may help determine your risk of developing Alzheimer's.
If your loved one asks the same thing over and over, you’re not alone. In this Careblazer video, learn: ✅ 3 reasons why they happen ✅ What NOT to say ✅ 6 simple techniques to handle this with less stress

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Caring for dementias such as Alzheimer's among family and friends, Peter committed to help preserve the dignity of people affected by Alzheimer's. AlzheimersWeekly.com is the fruit of that commitment.

This site was inspired by my Mom’s autoimmune dementia.

It is a place where we separate out the wheat from the chafe, the important articles & videos from each week’s river of news. Google gets a new post on Alzheimer’s or dementia every 7 minutes. That can overwhelm anyone looking for help. This site filters out, focuses on and offers only the best information. it has helped hundreds of thousands of people since it debuted in 2007. Thanks to our many subscribers for your supportive feedback.

The site is dedicated to all those preserving the dignity of the community of people living with dementia.

Peter Berger, Editor

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This site was inspired by my Mom’s autoimmune dementia.

It is a place where we separate out the wheat from the chafe, the important articles & videos from each week’s river of news. Google gets a new post on Alzheimer’s or dementia every 7 minutes. That can overwhelm anyone looking for help. This site filters out, focuses on and offers only the best information. it has helped hundreds of thousands of people since it debuted in 2007. Thanks to our many subscribers for your supportive feedback.

The site is dedicated to all those preserving the dignity of the community of people living with dementia.

Peter Berger, Editor

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