Memory care app arms caregivers with tool to better bond with dementia patients
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Aaron Dorman
Dec 11, 2023
A new AI-enabled app is so effective in helping aid dementia-related challenges that it could reduce the need for psychotropic drugs, developers said.
Visionary Alzheimer’s forecasting software gets FDA approval
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Aaron Dorman
Jan 30, 2024
A newly regulated Alzheimer’s software tool offers clarity on whether the condition is likely to progress to dementia in someone with mild cognitive impairment.
Next-gen Alzheimer’s diagnostic lets patients ‘check their brain’ from anywhere
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Aaron Dorman
Oct 27, 2023
A new screening platform for brain disease has expanded accessibility and includes a three minute cognitive assessment.
‘Sonic’ sound therapy means sound sleep for seniors, dementia sufferers, memory care finds
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Aaron Dorman
Feb 13, 2024
Residents living with dementia showed significant improvements in daytime drowsiness and overall sleep quality after a “sonic sound” therapy program.
New access to less costly, specialized dementia CT scan diagnostics found
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Aaron Dorman
Oct 24, 2023
A new technique uses AI and CT scans to help diagnose brain disorders, including dementia, according to a study of more than 1,000 seniors.
Remote staff training boosts quality of life, lowers sedative use in residents with dementia
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Kristen Fischer
Jan 03, 2024
A digital training program improved the quality of life for nursing home residents with dementia, and reduced dependency on psychotropic meds.
Smart wardrobe technologies helping seniors with dementia dress for success
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Aaron Dorman
Nov 28, 2023
“Smart wardrobe” tech can play two crucial roles for seniors with dementia, a new report shows: via dressing systems and via embedded tech.
More frequent hearing aid use could help stave off dementia, experts suggest
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Aaron Dorman
Jan 08, 2024
Newly available non-prescription hearing aid use could have major overall health benefits and reduce the risk of dementia, experts say.
New fluorescence imaging technique makes toxic Alzheimer’s proteins ‘glow’ for earlier-than-ever...
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Aaron Dorman
Feb 08, 2024
An innovative sensor was able to detect toxic beta amyloid proteins, which cause Alzheimer’s, with a new fluorescence “fingerprint” technique.
Non-invasive brain stimulation might not be right for memory care residents, study warns
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Aaron Dorman
Apr 08, 2024
Short-term, non-invasive brain stimulation might not be able to help older adults with working memory, a new study finds.