It started with just four notes. Paul Harvey, who's 80 and has dementia, improvised a tune that went viral online. After taking to the radio waves, the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra picked it up. Watch (and listen) where it went from there!
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Wednesday, October 27
Man with Dementia Inspires the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
It started with just four notes. Paul Harvey, who's 80 and has dementia, improvised a tune that went viral online. After taking to the radio waves, the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra picked it up. Watch (and listen) where it went from there!
What is Amino LP7? Can It Really Keep Dementia at Bay?
Researchers say an amino acid combination called Amino LP7 can hinder the development of dementia, including Alzheimer's disease. Learn more.
It Takes a Village to Care About Caregivers
Tuesday, October 26
Ping Pong & Alzheimer's
Table tennis is a helpful activity for people with Alzheimer's. See how it combines physical activity with brain exercise, spatial skills and staying social.
Experts Review Evidence on Yoga & Dementia
Monday, October 25
How to Manage Dementia's Hallucinations without Drugs
Hallucinations in dementia often pose bigger challenges than memory and cognitive problems. Watch these smart caregiver strategies from the University of Texas.
Worm Wiggles Suggest Vitamin B12 Fights Alzheimer's
Worms in the lab lose their wiggle when they have Alzheimer's. But researchers found the Vitamin B12-deficient worms kept their wiggle when the deficit was corrected. Learn more.
Sunday, October 24
Music, Poetry, Prayer, Rhythm - Use The Gifts They Still Have
Why focus on what people with dementia lose? Focus on what they have. Teepa shows how to make the most from those abilities.
Coffee's Phenylindanes Fight Alzheimer's Plaque
Roasting coffee beans produces Phenylindanes. Phenylindanes uniquely prevent – or rather, inhibit – both tau and beta amyloid plaque, the two big culprits behind Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Learn how they impact cognitive decline.
Friday, October 22
Alzheimer's Big-Bang Theory
Doctors detected what they believe is a single molecular change that could act as the starting point for Alzheimer's. See Dr. Mark Diamond, Director, UT Southwestern's Center for Alzheimer's, explain their discovery.
How to Prepare for Bad Weather with Dementia
Dementia demands preparation. When bad weather strikes, be ready. Includes checklists to help you prepare and tips on the best ways to ride it out, plus ways to get everyone back on their feet in the aftermath.
Thursday, October 21
The Truth About Concussions & CTE Dementia
CTE Dementia (Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy) is a dementia-mystery that Chris Nowinski is solving. See his ground-breaking effort to protect athletes' brains - and yours, too.
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