#Alzheimer&039;s Disease

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'American Fiction' Movie and Blu-ray Review

The following review was written by Ultimate Rabbit correspondent, Tony Farinella. “American Fiction” is the kind of adult drama which has been sorely missing from Hollywood over the past decade and a half.  Hollywood has become obsessed with the big screen blockbuster and superhero films. Now, of course, there is nothing wrong with those films, but the adult drama along with R-rated comedies…

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Remembering Gene Wilder is Heartfelt and Love Letter for Fans

Nobody does comedy or drama better than the late Gene Wilder, but he is my forever Willy Wonka https://wp.me/p2v8yf-6ky #rememberinggenewilder #documenary #podcast

Between his many onscreen collaborations with Richard Pryor (Silver Streak, Stir Crazy, See No Evil Hear No Evil, and Another You), marrying one of my SNL favs Gilda Radner, partnering up with Mel Brooks and inhabiting the iconic character of Willy Wonka, Gene Wilder is hands down one of my favorite comedic talents. From his humble beginnings in Milwaukee to the journey on Broadway that would…

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AI-powered analysis accurately reflects risk of cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s disease based on brain age

The human brain holds many clues about a person’s long-term health — in fact, research shows that a person’s brain age is a more useful and accurate predictor of health risks and future disease than their birth date. Now, a new artificial intelligence (AI) model that analyzes magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) brain scans developed by USC researchers could be used to accurately capture cognitive…

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Obituary of Steven J. Rosen: Advocate for Israel and AIPAC Influencer

Obituary: Steven J. Rosen Steven J. Rosen, a prominent and hawkish advocate for Israel, passed away on October 28 near his home in Silver Spring, Maryland. He was 82 years old. Rosen was instrumental in enhancing the influence of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), a key lobbying organization in Washington focused on strengthening U.S.-Israel relations. His partner, Barbara…

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Can Alzheimer's be prevented if caught early? 

Discover the power of early detection in Alzheimer's disease. Learn how timely intervention, lifestyle changes and research advancements can improve outcomes and quality of life.

Introduction  Alzheimer’s disease is a complex, progressive neurological disorder affecting millions worldwide. Characterized by memory loss, cognitive decline and behavioral changes, Alzheimer’s significantly impacts individuals, families and communities. While a cure remains elusive, early detection plays a vital role in managing the disease and enhancing the quality of life for those…

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Semaglutide, popular diabetes and weight-loss drug, may reduce risk of Alzheimer’s disease

Researchers at Case Western Reserve School of Medicine have found that, when compared to seven other anti-diabetic drugs, semaglutide, a popular diabetes and weight-loss drug, may lower the risk of Alzheimer’s disease in people with type 2 diabetes (T2D). Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, nearly 7…

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My Father Didn’t Want to Live if He Had Dementia.

— But Then He Had It. By Sandeep Jauhar Two years ago, when my father was dying of dementia, my siblings and I faced a terrible dilemma: Whose wishes for his medical treatment were we to honor? Those of my father back when he was a healthy, highly functioning geneticist? Or those of the simpler, weakened man my father had become? It was a predicament that has led me to rethink my views on…

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New Alzheimer’s studies reveal disease biology, risk for progression, and the potential for a novel blood test

The failure to diagnose Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia in the elderly, at an early stage of molecular pathology is considered a major reason why treatments fail in clinical trials. Previous research to molecularly diagnose Alzheimer’s disease yielded “A/T/N” central biomarkers based on the measurements of proteins, β-amyloid (“A”) and tau (“T”), and “N” encompassing…

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One day in September

Some thoughts from many years ago. I went to Cape Cod years ago for a few days while dealing with my Mom and Dad who were in varying degrees of dementia.I was a proverbial mess, tbh, my mind, my body, my life.I needed a getaway, My wife agreed, wholeheartedly.My best friend Michael (Deg), took me in for a few days in Brewster, MA on Cape Cod.Bless his Irish heart.We caught up a bit, had some…

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Did Donald Trump Lose the Debate? Maybe

By Arlen Grossman Democrats might want to consider stepping back from that steep ledge. The first “debate” between President Joe Biden and the 45th president, Donald Trump, is over, and at first glance, was a total disaster for Biden and the Democrats. But at second glance, maybe not so much. Anybody who watched the debate could see President Biden looking every day of his 81 years, maybe more…

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Even More Evidence That Alzheimer's Was Being Spread by Now-Banned Injections

The practice of injecting children with growth hormone extracted from the brains of deceased people was abandoned long ago – with good reason. Around 200 children who underwent this procedure during 1959–1985 to treat short stature developed Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease decades later – a deadly, degenerative brain condition caused by a misfolded protein known as a prion. Now, a study has…

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She Never Liked Pink: My Mother's Perfection

Daily writing promptWhich aspects do you think makes a person unique?View all responses This was my mother in 1938. The picture was taken at Niagara Falls. She was on her honeymoon, delayed several months while she and my dad gathered their resources. They kept track of their expenses in a small black notebook, noting every gas purchase, every sandwich. I know this because I’ve seen the notebook…

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The Eternal Memory Will Haunt Your Spirit and Educate Your Soul

Losing a loved one to death is hard, but watching them deteriorate before your eyes is the kind different kind of grief #theeternalmemory #sundance2023

When no-one else can understand me When everything I do is wrong You give me hope and consolation You give me strength to carry on And you’re always there to lend a hand In everything I do That’s the wonder The wonder of you When I heard Baker Knight’s song “The Wonder of You” playing while Paulina and Augusto shared a light hearted dance moment, my heart dropped to my stomach knowing that the…

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LINK FEST: 12 MARCH 2024

Links that may or may not be related to gardens, food, travel, nature, or heterotopias and liminal spaces but probably are. Sources in parentheses. essay: What Happens When We Stop Remembering? : Confronted with her parents’ dementia and teenagers’ climate anxiety, one woman considers how our baselines shift in the face of personal — and global — loss. (Heidi Lasher/Orion). Poignant. “Shifting…

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The Responsibility of Physicians in Reporting Medically Impaired Drivers

More from Our Inbox: The Power of Plutocrats Preventing Suicide in Jail Jaywalking With My Dad Credit…Phil Jung To the Editor: In response to “Doctors Should Report Medically Impaired Motorists,” by Sandeep Jauhar (Opinion guest essay, Nov. 8): I commend the proactive steps taken by Dr. Jauhar, along with his family and his father’s internist, in addressing the driving capabilities of his…

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Cognitive Clarity and Nicotine’s Benefits for Alzheimer’s

The relationship between nicotine and cognitive function has been a topic of interest, especially in the context of Alzheimer’s disease. While nicotine is commonly associated with smoking and its adverse health effects, recent studies have explored the potential benefits of nicotine in improving cognitive clarity for individuals with Alzheimer’s. Research suggests that nicotine may play a role…