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The Alzheimer’s Association recently moved Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness month from September to June.  They’ve also altered the name of the month to give further awareness not only to Alzheimer’s disease, but also other brain related diseases.  There are many goals they hope to accomplish.  Amongst these are raising overall

The month of June brings the first annual Alzheimer’s and brain awareness month.  The idea is to bring awareness to Alzheimer’s disease and how you can make a difference.  Just this past week, a major study began to see if an experimental drug can protect healthy seniors whose brains show

Doctors have released numerous studies throughout the years showing how important getting a good night’s rest is for your body.  We’ve heard about the many health benefits, but there has never been a study showing a link between a lack of sleep and an increased potential of getting Alzheimer’s disease. 

As more Americans are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease each year, more myths about symptoms of the disease and how it progresses are mentioned often.  Part of the issue right now in our society is the lack of knowledge about the disease and how to help those that have been recently

Everyone knows Alzheimer’s disease and dementia cases are significantly on the rise across the world.  According to the Alzheimer’s Association, in the U.S. there are currently 5 million Americans living with the disease.  Every 67 seconds someone in the U.S. is diagnosed with the disease.  Doctors and researchers alike are

As Americans age in this country, caregiving for loved ones is becoming much more of an issue especially for employers.  Today, seven out of 10 caregivers work full- or part-time.  This number represents 15 percent of the work force.  Pew Research recently released research that showed 42 percent of Gen

Dementia is one of the biggest health issues facing the entire world.  There are over 5 million Americans living with dementia.  The disease is the 6th leading cause of death in the United States.   In England, there are over 670,000 people living with dementia.  Recently, Public Health England and Alzheimer’s

A study completed by the University of Michigan of Americans over 50 and their spouses over the span of ten years found that as cognition declines for the “financial decision maker,” money management is eventually turned over to his (or her) “cognitively intact” spouse. However, the study found that this

Recent startling research has shown women make up nearly two-thirds of the five million people in the U.S. diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.  One reason for this disparity is the fact women simply live longer than men.  However, a new study suggests a gene might play a significant role. A study

Every 67 seconds someone in the United States is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.  However, some researchers believe finding the ultimate cure for Alzheimer’s disease might rest with a family in Columbia.  CBS News recently sent reporters to this small South American country to find out more about this family’s story.

There have been many researchers in the past who have attributed both health risks and benefits to the intake of caffeine.  New research has indicated small doses of caffeine might actually ward off the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. This research was reported in the journal Neurobiology of Aging.  French and

Recently news broke about a team of researchers at Georgetown University and six other medical centers that has developed a simple blood test to determine if someone will develop Alzheimer’s disease within 2-3 years.  While this is exciting news, it could have a lasting impact on long-term care insurance. Americans