Over 50% of people over the age of 70 have a hearing impairment. Left untreated, the loss results in social isolation, lack of intellectual stimulation, Read More…
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What Your DNA Test Will Not Tell You
The product in question will cost you $199. You believe it has the potential to profoundly change your sense of your future, 
and re-order your priorities. Should you buy it?
I am talking about the DNA testing kit marketed Read More…
A Call for Volunteers
The discouraging truth is that there is no cure for Alzheimer’s in sight. Drugs that have shown some promise, and theories about the influence of exercise, sleep, and diet on disease progression await further research. While there are many reasons why progress has been slow, one factor is the difficulty Read More…
Alzheimer’s: Every Minute Counts
On Wednesday night at 10:00 pm, Public Broadcast Stations (WGBH, Channel 2 in Boston) will air Alzheimer’s: Every Minute Counts. It will focus on the projected explosive growth in the number of Americans with Alzheimer’s by 2050, and Read More…
Taking Stock at the Holidays
Amid reunions and celebrations, the holidays are a time for assessment for those worried about the cognitive well-being of their parents. Here are some ways to assess how well they are functioning:
Are they paying their bills on Read More…
