Alzheimer’s and Dementia Articles

Experts assess it — plus, an update on new plans from Sen. Booker and Klobuchar

JULY 15, 2019 | By Chris Farrell

It tailors activities to each individual's abilities and interests

JULY 15, 2019 | By Melba Newsome

CVS MinuteClinic, Walgreens and Kroger's Little Clinic are all making efforts

JULY 12, 2019 | By Beth Baker

People are asking if a president can be too old. Two professors answer.

JULY 3, 2019 | By Cal J. Halvorsen and Michael A. Smyer

The disease affects a different brain protein and occurs mostly in people over 80

JULY 1, 2019 | By Liz Seegert

One family's struggles getting claims paid on their policies

JUNE 21, 2019 | By Dan Bosko

Following World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, advice from an expert

JUNE 14, 2019 | By Pat Pattison

A neuroscientist talks about her research into the question

JUNE 10, 2019 | By Deborah Copaken

Some studies, and families, say yes; some experts emphasize caution

JUNE 6, 2019 | By Abbie Rosner

For most of America's aging population, health care leaves much to be desired

MAY 28, 2019 | By Grace Birnstengel

In this 'Ask the Expert' column, a dietitian explains the possibilities

MAY 20, 2019 | By The American Federation for Aging Research (AFAR)

'Magdalena' features the life of the artist's mother, then and now

MAY 15, 2019 | By Julie Pfitzinger

Medicare often covers a personal consultation with a pharmacist

APRIL 30, 2019 | By Frieda Wiley, PharmD

A new fellowship in Oregon deepens clinics’ understanding of treating patients

APRIL 12, 2019 | By Beth Baker

What we can learn from Blue Zone island residents of Japan, Italy and Greece

APRIL 9, 2019 | By Richard Eisenberg

What this writer experienced during a week at one of the resorts

APRIL 3, 2019 | By Paula Spencer Scott

Experts agree it's crucial for early detection of dementia, but some have concerns

MARCH 28, 2019 | By Edie Grossfield

What those who wrote the report and other experts say

MARCH 25, 2019 | By Richard Harris

The House of Memories app sparks connection for those living with dementia

MARCH 22, 2019 | By Julie Pfitzinger

Recalling quiet walks and shared meals with an older sibling who had dementia

MARCH 20, 2019 | By David Koulack