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The heirs of one of the world’s richest bankers, Joseph Safra, have reached an agreement that ends a years-long, international…
Does Medicare pay for dementia care? Here’s what coverage you can expect for treatments and therapies
Age-related memory loss is common, but more serious memory problems may be a sign of dementia, which is not a…
Struggling with money? It could be an early warning sign of dementia, ‘remarkable’ new research finds
Falling behind on mortgage payments. Late to pay credit card bills. A declining credit score. Years before people are diagnosed…
Eli Lilly & Co.’s Alzheimer’s treatment was cleared in the US as the second drug to slow progression of the…
Dr. Uma Naidoo, a nutritional psychiatrist, professional chef, and author of This is Your Brain on Food, is dedicated to…
These 5 lifestyle habit changes improved brain function for those with early Alzheimer’s
Many people fear the physical and cognitive declines associated with aging for good reason. However, a new study suggests that…
Baby boomers are losing their life savings to phone scammers claiming to provide tech support, authorities say
Scammers stole more than $3.4 billion from older Americans last year, according to an FBI report released Tuesday that shows a rise…
Setting up a power of attorney for a parent with dementia could help you avoid a costly and messy guardianship proceeding. Here’s how to do it
Dementia is a thief. It robs people of their memories and decision-making abilities. Something as simple as writing a check…
About 5.8 million people in the U.S. have Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, giving these life-altering illnesses a wide impact…
A caregivers guide to dementia: How to take care of yourself and support a loved one with dementia
Every post on AlzConnected, a message board for individuals caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s and dementia, is heartfelt and…