Whether it’s mild cognitive impairment or an advanced stage of Alzheimer’s, a diagnosis of cognitive decline is life-changing. It can also be motivating —…
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Brain Talk, hosted by Being Patient founder Deborah Kan and journalist Mark Niu, digs into the topics that matter most to the Being Patient…
ApoE4, a genetic variation sometimes referred to as the “Alzheimer’s gene,” is one of the most influential genetic risk factors for developing Alzheimer’s disease….
Many caregivers struggle with feeling like they need to offer support to their loved one at all times — and still do seemingly the opposite:…
This year, the world saw new blood tests for Alzheimer’s disease hit the market and two monoclonal antibody drugs for early-stage Alzheimer’s disease approved…
When people step into a caregiving role, they might find themselves struggling to maintain their own identity. It can be easy for a caregiver…
When entrepreneur Eben Pingree’s mother, 78, and father-in-law, 80, were both diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in the same week about two years ago, it shook…
VR has been a fixture in entertainment technology for years now, allowing people to experience almost life-like simulations through portable and easy-to-use headsets. Now,…
A dementia diagnosis can change everyday life significantly for the person diagnosed and their caregivers. For people living with dementia, tasks that once felt…
Bob Toia, 77, had a career in drug research, developing clinical trials for new drug entities at Proctor and Gamble. During those years, he…
There was disagreement on social media recently after a story was published about an aged care provider creating “fake-away” burgers that mimicked those from…
When a family member is diagnosed with dementia, the people that step into the caregiving role are often those closest to them. Caregivers must…
Being a caregiver to someone living with dementia is a role that many people take on with little or no prior experience with the…
More than 7 million Americans are living with dementia, and these numbers are set to double by 2060. Experts say that getting an early…