May 19, 2013

Thought of the Week

Drop of water causing a ripple, with the thought, "Remember, there is no such thing as a small act of kindness. Every act creates a ripple with no logical end."

Curry Derivative J147 Beats Aricept for Alzheimer's

Curry (Photo: Wikimedia) Salk Institute's J147 is a derivative of turmeric, a spice used in  curry. It beat Aricept (donepezil) in several memory tests. It may also benefit Parkinson's, Huntington's, ALS & vascular dementia. Learn how it quickly reverses memory deficits and slows Alzheimer's in mice.

Light Lightens Alzheimer's

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VIDEO

Lighting affects how people feel. The right lighting can reduce agitation and improve mood. See how therapeutic lighting can deliver dramatic improvements in dementia care.

Turning a Dementia Patient's "No" into a "Yes"

Man saying "Yes"
VIDEO

Managing Alzheimer's can be quite a challenge. A common symptom of people with Alzheimer's is their propensity to say "no". Changes in the brain can make it hard to understand many questions. Try using some of the tips in this video to manage anger, frustration, and help turn a "no" into a "yes".

May 12, 2013

8 Medication Questions for Caregivers to Ask Doctors

Pills (Photo: WIkimedia.org) People with Alzheimer's may take many medicines. Some treat the disease while others help with mood, behavior changes and other medical conditions. Learn how caregivers can ensure medication is taken safely & correctly.

How's The 1st Alzheimer's Pacemaker Doing?

3 doctors looking at computer displayVIDEO

Kathy Sanford is the first person in the USA to have a pacemaker implanted in her brain to treat Alzheimer's. The pacemaker sends electronic signals to stimulate brain activity. See how she's doing.

1/3 of Stroke Emergencies Didn't Call 911

Ambulance (Photo: Wikimedia.org)VIDEO & ARTICLE

Vascular dementia has hit over a million Americans, often caused by a stroke. A new study reveals startling statisitcs on how easy it is to improve this. Learn how stroke is often preventable, simply by knowing the signs and quickly calling 911.