High Tech Alzheimer’s Breakthrough Hailed – “Yorkshire scientists are helping to develop the use of breakthrough technology that could transform the treatment of Alzheimer’s Disease…” (more)
Mild Exercise May Counter Dementia – “Moderate physical activity – even an unhurried 30-minute stroll a day – may diminish the risk for vascular dementia among the elderly, according to a new study published this week in the online journal Neurology…” (more)
‘Nanoyarn’ protein link to Alzheimer’s could be super-fibre – “The protein linked with Alzheimer’s Disease has inspired the design of ‘nanoyarns’ that could be put to a vast range of uses, from body armour …read more

Sugar & Alzheimer’s: Are They Linked? – ‘Drinking too many sugary sodas may increase a person’s risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease late in life, new research suggests…’ (more)
Alzheimer’s Telephone Screening – ‘This year, researchers completed work on a 50-question telephone quiz to help them identify Alzheimer’s patients long before they exhibit typical symptoms. Such a quiz may soon become part of regular medical care…’ (more)
Hypertension Linked to Risk of Mild Cognitive Impairment – ‘High blood pressure may be associated with increased risk for mild cognitive impairment, says a study by researchers at the Columbia University Medical Center in New York …read more

A day at the Hong Kong Alzheimer’s Day Care Center at Kowloon

                   Isn’t is fascinating that people can work together from all parts of the globe these days whether it’s to exchange views on a topic, collaborate on research, give encouragement, provide news, or simply chat?  This has become such a “shrinking” world as far as people forming business and personal friendships and collaborating on research and news about diseases such as Alzheimer’s. 

As others have said, “Dementia [Alzheimer's] is a disease that knows no boundaries.”  It encompasses all nationalities, all races, all economic levels, all cultures, all lifestyles, male and female, generally the older people, but younger [early onset], too. 
With …read more

Even though I live in the United States and have sought the resources I needed for Mother and Auntie through agencies located here, I realize Alzheimer’s is a world wide disease.  Caregivers around the globe are seeking information and encouragement.
One of the organizations I’ve discovered is the Alzheimer’s Society in the United Kingdom (http://www.alzheimers.org.uk ).  If you live in those countries, you may find helpful information through this web site.
Much of the information about Alzheimer’s and dementia and encouragement for caregivers is universal.  However, some of the resources will be different. Do let me know what’s available in your country or what I can do …read more