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June 28th - July 5th

FIGHT THE FIGHT

Camping Out for a Cure

VIDEO + TRANSCRIPT

Over 50 people camped out overnight at the Regency Place of Castleton. Their goal - to raise awareness - and money - for the Alzheimer's Association.

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You Complete A Survey

Help advance research. Find A Cure Panel is where caregivers and people with a dementia such as Alzheimer’s complete straightforward surveys designed specifically for them. For each survey completed by a registered person, Find A Cure Panel will donate $10 to The Alzheimer's Foundation of America.

WEEKLY PREVENTION UPDATE

Statins for Dementias Such as Alzheimer's ?

VIDEO + RELATED ARTICLE

The fight against Alzheimer's took a positive turn after studies found that people prescribed cholesterol-lowering statins seem to benefit in the fight against dementia. This video explores a statistical study, while the article discusses late-breaking research.

WEEKLY RESEARCH BULLETIN

Remember What?

The challenge of aging memory is more about what we choose to remember than how much we remember. "Remembering is about prioritizing," says Dr. Alan Castel. "I can't remember everything. I'm learning to be more strategic. I ask myself, what are the three most important things I need to do today."

ASK NURSE DINA

A caregiver asks:

Dear Nurse Dina,
Are mini-strokes common with dementia ?

I have been away from this site for a while as I have been so very busy with my Dad.

I need to know about TIA's (mini-strokes). Once they start, could a bigger stroke be coming? Does one just keep having them?

The doctors have told me anything can happen anytime.

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The Latest Articles

Caregivers

Name Your "Care Professional of the Year"

Calm Before The Storm

Fight the Fight

Camping Out for a Cure

Items of Interest

HBO's "Alzheimer's Project"
Debuts May 10 - 12

Prevention

Statins for Dementias Such as Alzheimer's ?

Resveratrol from Red Wine May Help Aging & Dementias such as Alzheimer's

Ibuprofen & Naproxen May Delay, Not Prevent, Alzheimer's

Research

Remember What?

Neuroinflammation Misinformation

Upcoming Treatments in Alzheimer's & Frontotemporal Dementia

Welsh Daffodils Provide Galantamine

Lilly's Expeditions

Bapineuzumab Trials Gaining Steam

Aricept + Dimebon: Will it Work?

Dimebon Look-a-Like Enters Research-Race

BRYOSTATIN: FDA Gives Go-Ahead to Phase-II Trial

Treatment

Side Effects Of Dementia Drugs

Newsletter

Alzheimer's is
the most common type of dementia.

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Ask Nurse Dina
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Home Care Match
FREE referral service.
Home care that matches your needs.

Alzheimer's / Dementia Prevention
Latest discoveries & studies.

Ann's Online Support Group
Support group moderated by Ann, with 16 years of social work in dementias such as Alzheimer's.

If I Had a Memory Problem...
Video & article by Dr. Gordon of Johns Hopkins.

10 Warning Signs
Concerned? Check "The 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's."

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Discussions Between People with Alzheimer's
Share challenges, offer support.

Caregiving Boards
Find support and advice through a community that cares.

AlzTalk.com & DementiaTalk.com
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Specialty Store
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The Latest in Treatments
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Fight the Fight
Stories that inspire.

AlzWeek.com or DemWeek.com
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Caregiver Basics
Support, tips, preparation, advice.

Planning the Future
Legal, Health, Financial.
Insurance, Assistance.

Therapy Beyond Medicine
Music, Art & Light Therapy.
Gardens, Groups & Aromatherapy.

Clinical Trials
Over 200 new U.S. treatments and trials are enrolling participants with dementias such as Alzheimer's. Hundreds of other trials are taking place worldwide. Browse them here.

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