The U.S. EPA published a new fine particle air standard lowering the annual limit of PM2.5 particles permitted.

Jennifer Weeks, a senior editor at The Conversation U.S., shares essential reads on the #health impacts of #airpollution — including on the #brain . beingpatient.com/epas-new-pollu…

🧠 Studies show that in some, the inherited genetic variant #ApoE4 could not only multiply your risk of developing #Alzheimers , but also your risk of experiencing brain bleeds from taking #monoclonalantibody treatments for Alzheimer's, like #Leqembi . buff.ly/3v0mB8e

💊 Scientists analyzed data from a #clinicaltrial of #multivitamins , suggesting it can drastically slow #cognitivedecline .

🤔 Experts say the #study is sound, but some of the conclusions drawn by the authors overstep the findings. Here's the low-down: buff.ly/49tO0xl

As #blood and other #biomarker tests become easier to access, researchers warn there aren’t any laws that prevent #disability and care #insurance companies from raising their premiums. This comes into focus in the context of #Alzheimers risk gene #Apoe4 . beingpatient.com/insurance-disc…

In the UK, 940,000 are living with a #dementia diagnosis. However, the true number affected is probably higher because about a third of people with the condition never get a formal diagnosis. theguardian.com/society/2024/a… by Andrew Gregory The Guardian

#Alzheimers #health #NHS

🧠 #Alzheimers disproportionately affects communities of color and #genetic factors can escalate risks.

Explore the impactful stories of Kim Reid and Michele Castro, both facing familial Alzheimer's.

🔗 Learn more in our interactive: buff.ly/49hIU7j

At 71, Don Kent climbs #GuadalupePeak with #Parkinsons & #LewyBodyDementia . His 8.4-mile, 3,000-foot ascent proves 'It's a new life sentence,' showing that anyone can achieve the extraordinary if they put their mind to it. Witness his incredible journey: youtube.com/watch?v=AjhaCb…

📚 Pediatric #psychotherapist Amanda Sullivan joins Being Patient Live Talks to discuss “Leaf,” a children’s book that commemorates the life of her mother, who died of #frontotemporaldementia in 2022 — and that helps explain the disease to young readers. buff.ly/49uvHZ0

🦠 New #research shows that people infected by long #COVID19 — even mild cases — could experience #cognitivedecline equivalent to a three-point drop in an IQ test score.

🧠 🔗 Washington University in St. Louis clinical epidemiologist Ziyad Al-Aly, MD explains more. buff.ly/3U5fCVc

⛰️ At 71, Don Kent, living with #LewyBody and #Parkinsons , reached Guadalupe Peak's summit. His 8.4-mile hike, after 6 months of training, highlights the power of determination and family support.

🔗 Learn about Don’s climb to the ‘Top of Texas’ here: beingpatient.com/don-kent-lewy-…

🫒 For centuries olive oil has been a staple of a healthy #diet . So, is there any evidence supporting the benefits of a daily olive oil shot?

🧠 Nutritionist Hazel Flight at Edge Hill University looks at the #science behind the trend. buff.ly/3VGZ07i

🧠 The symptoms that characterize #Alzheimer ’s #disease — like memory loss, impaired thinking, even personality changes — aren't just a normal part of #aging .

🤔 So, what exactly is Alzheimer's, and how do doctors #diagnose it? buff.ly/49l2TlN

🦠 Microbiome postdoctoral researcher Dr. Nathan Nuzum (he/him)
at UCC Ireland shares his #research on Asaccharobacter celatus, a bug in the #gut microbiome that may boost #brainhealth .

🔗 Here's more: beingpatient.com/microbiome-cog…

Blurred Vision and #Hallucinations : The First Signs of a Rare Form of #Alzheimers beingpatient.com/posterior-cort… by Simon Spichak (he/him) Being Patient

#dementia #PCA #health

There is limited federal support in the US if you need long-term care. So despite industry woes, long-term care insurance 'can still be a good decision' -- or at least a question that everyone should consider.
Read my latest for Being Patient here: beingpatient.com/should-i-buy-l…

🧠 We’re proud to introduce our latest interactive produced with Eisai US's support.

🔗 ‘Generations of Impact’ explores the lives of two women affected by familial #Alzheimers - one living with the #diagnosis , and the other living with a high-risk gene. beingpatient.com/interactive-fe…

🧠 Ira Asherman is, with his wife Sandy, a co-founder of the Alzheimer's and Dementia Resource Center of NYC.

💜 He thinks back on 6 questions that have emerged as he cares for Sandy, who is living with #Alzheimers , listed in the order they faced them: buff.ly/3PIkJbh

🏚️ Long-term care #insurance can feel out of reach for those diagnosed with #Alzheimers or #dementia . But you might be considering this insurance if you know such a #disease is in your family.

🧐 Here’s what you need to know before taking the leap: buff.ly/43CpIzV

Thank you to Parkinson's Europe 🌷 for featuring #ReprogrammingTheBrain from Alfonso Fasano and myself in this piece. Just got confirmation from our publishers (@springerpub) that the book should start arriving on people's doorsteps sometime next week.
Ahhh....

parkinsonseurope.org/2024/03/24/ben…

🎵 ♥️ What tune fills you with nostalgia every time you hear it? We’d love for you to share that special musical memory to help us continue building our Spotify #MusicTherapy playlists for people living with #Alzheimers and other kinds of #dementia .