Cognitive decline, a gradual deterioration of mental abilities, is a growing concern worldwide. For Black Americans, this issue is ... Read More
Alzheimer's
Could a Cancer Drug Also Treat Alzheimer’s? Trials Are Testing It
(HealthDay News) — A new type of cancer drug might help treat brain diseases like Alzheimer’s, mouse studies suggest. The drugs block an ... Read More
“I Shouldn’t Have to Fight This Hard”: Yvette Nicole Brown on Caregiving
Yvette Nicole Brown, widely known for her roles in hit TV shows like "Community" and "The Odd Couple", has taken on a role in her personal ... Read More
Alzheimer’s Hits Black Women Hard. This Study Wants to Find Out Why
Alzheimer's disease is a complex condition that disproportionately affects Black women. The Black Women Inflammation and Tau Study (B-WITS) ... Read More
6 Ways to CONQUER ADLs with Alzheimer’s
Many of us have seen it. Your loved one begins to fade gradually. Memory worsens, hygiene diminishes, the body weakens, and slowly but ... Read More
Is it Alzheimer’s or Forgetfulness? 5 Signs to Tell
Everyone ages. The longer you live on earth, the more you will notice how things change--including your body and mind. Aging is a natural ... Read More
Alzheimer’s Disease Clinical Trials: What You Need to Know
Alzheimer’s disease is the top neurodegenerative disorder in the world. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that ... Read More
6 Brain Games That Improve Your Memory
When it comes to enhancing our memory and cognitive abilities, engaging in brain games is an effective and enjoyable approach. Not only do ... Read More
Black Folks & Alzheimer’s: Risk Factors You HAVEN’T Considered…
By now, most people have heard of Alzheimer’s disease, a progressive neurodegenerative disorder impacting millions across the planet. Of ... Read More
Thanks to Clinical Trials, This Drug Has Been Approved for Alzheimer’s
(HealthDay News) — A new drug to treat Alzheimer's disease was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday. In clinical ... Read More
Can You Plan for Dementia?
With a diagnosis of dementia and seeking information about that illness, it can be both overwhelming and emotional. If you or a loved one ... Read More
Is It Alzheimer’s? 5 Ways to Know for Sure
The “A” word is one we’d rather not hear. It makes us imagine the worst. People losing their ability to think and act. Minds slipping ... Read More
