Columbus, OH

Minnesota State

Fox News

Scientists at Mayo Clinic say they have identified a new type of memory loss that is very similar to Alzheimer’s disease, but doesn’t progress as quickly and has a “better prognosis."

Mayo Clinic finds new type of memory loss that’s often mistaken for Alzheimer’s

New York Post

A new study substantiates the link between untreated high blood pressure and an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease for adults 60 and older. 

The research, published Wednesday in the online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, is a review of 14 international studies involving 31,250 people.

Participants, who were 72 years old on average, were followed for around four years for cognitive changes and dementia diagnoses.





Of the contingent studied, 1,415 developed Alzheimer’s disease.

Why your body is going through devastating changes at these two ages: Stanford study

Researchers found that participants with untreated high blood pressure had an increased...

Common condition linked to a 36% higher risk for Alzheimer’s disease

Mens Journal

It all depends on how your body distributes it.

Study Finds Link Between Alzheimer's and Fat in Certain Parts of Body

Most people with Parkinson’s disease don’t experience dementia in the first decade after diagnosis, a study reported. The findings challenge long-held beliefs that dementia is a fairly common issue that tends to crop up early on in Parkinson’s patients. The study, “Long-Term Dementia Risk in Parkinson Disease,” was published in Neurology.

Dementia not a given in decade after Parkinson’s diagnosis: Study

Untreated high blood pressure in your 60s could raise your risk for Alzheimer's disease later, new research shows. The good news: Simple steps can ease hypertension, researchers said. The global study found that "taking blood pressure medications was associated with decreased risk of Alzheimer's disease throughout later life,” said study...

High Blood Pressure Raises Odds for Alzheimer's Disease

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Medically reviewed by Brigid Dwyer, MDMedically reviewed by Brigid Dwyer, MDDementia is a broad term that describes the loss of cognitive abilities like thinking, remembering, using language, and making decisions. Lewy body dementia (LBD) is one type of dementia, named after the scientist who discovered this variation. This type of dementia is thought to be caused by a buildup of a specific protein in the brain.  There are two types of LBD: dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) and Parkinson’s disease dementia (PDD). In general, both types of LBD are caused by the same accumulation of protein in the brain and...

Signs and Symptoms of Lewy Body Dementia

Ohio State

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The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

Medically reviewed by Rafle Fernandez, MDMedically reviewed by Rafle Fernandez, MDAn enlarged heart (also known as cardiomegaly) isn't a condition on its own but is often an underlying sign of heart problems. Several conditions like coronary artery disease, high blood pressure, and kidney disease can cause an enlarged heart.Some people with an enlarged heart don't experience symptoms at all, but others may experience symptoms like trouble breathing, a racing heartbeat, and fluid build-up—all of which tend to worsen with physical exertion.  
      What Size Should Your Heart Be?Typically, your heart is about the size...

Signs and Symptoms of an Enlarged Heart (Cardiomegaly)

Medical News Today

Using a machine-learning model, researchers have differentiated three subtypes of Parkinson's disease, which may benefit from distinct forms of treatment.

Parkinson's disease could have 3 subtypes, researchers find

It's natural to experience some cognitive decline as we age, but not all cognitive deficits are a result of dementia. There are a variety of hormonal conditions and nutrient deficiencies that can present similar symptoms. If you’re having trouble concentrating or experiencing some memory loss, don’t panic just yet—rule out...

3 Conditions That Cause Cognitive Decline (But Aren't Dementia)

Georgia State

Atlanta, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

I learned something new this past week: In the early days of World War II, as many as a quarter of recruits were rejected for military service because of malnutrition. So, in 1942, the federal government started a taxpayer-funded school lunch program as a way to develop a healthier youth population that would be “military ready” when they were of age.

COLUMN: ‘Everyone, just come and eat’

Los Angeles County, CA

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Herbie J Pilato

It's been 33 years since the handsome actor and Emmy award-winning TV game show host Bert Convy died of a brain tumor at 57 in 1991. This is his story. Bert Convy was born July 23, 1933, in St. Louis, Missouri. His father was in the shoe business, while his parents separated when he was just seven years old. His mother moved the family to California in the San Fernando Valley, where Convy attended North Hollywood High and was named the "class clown."

In Memory of Actor/Game Show Host Bert Convy: 33 Years After His Tragic Death From Brain Cancer

Our oldest daughter, Mary, was home for a week this summer. She is getting married soon, so this was her last visit with us before her big day. After she left, Lori and I found little notes she left us scattered throughout the house. On the coffee pot, her note...

Just an old family tradition

Life is one choice after another. Success has been defined as “a matter of making wise decisions.” Making a habit of poor decisions seldom leads to success in life. Usually if we make wise decisions, they lead us to what we would consider a successful life. Every decision we make has consequences. Perhaps you remember the Dr. Seuss character who had trouble deciding which road to take to Sollo Sallew.

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Neurology News Network. for the week ending August 3, 2024. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]. Welcome to this special edition of Neurology News Network. I'm Marco Meglio. According to an announcement, the FDA has approved Alpha Cognition’s ALPHA-1062 (Zunveyl), a prodrug of an approved AChE inhibitor, galantamine, as a treatment for patients with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer disease (AD). ALPHA-1062, a delayed-release oral tablet formulation, is considered a new-generation AChEI inhibitor, with expected minimal gastrointestinal adverse events. The approval was based on results from 4 studies demonstrating the bioequivalence of ALPHA-1062 to galantamine and galantamine extended-release (ER). Across those studies, only 2% of treated patients had AEs from treatment, with no cases of insomnia observed. ALPHA-1062 is absorbed in the small intestine as an insert drug. Binding with AChE in the gastrointestinal nervous system is blocked by the addition of a benzyl ester to galantamine.

ALPHA-1062 Approved for Alzheimer Disease, GLP-1 Agonist Shows Neuroprotective Effects Against Dementia, Lecanemab 3-Year Data Reported

Have you ever known someone that you admired because of who they were? There is something special and refreshing to witness the light and love of Christ shining brightly in one of His children. I know a sweet lady like this. I will not mention her name because she does not like the attention of anyone telling her how wonderful she is, even though it’s true. She just enjoys working and serving quietly in the background no matter where she is or what she’s involved with. For example, if someone mentions that something needs cleaning she immediately goes to work. If something needs to be done, she is always the first one to show up and the last one to leave. More than this, she is genuinely kind, tenderhearted, gracious, generous, and filled with God’s love.

COLUMN: To the ones who stand out in a good way

Denver, CO

David Heitz

Migrants enrolled in the Denver Asylum Seekers Program won’t get cash benefits after all. The council amended a contract with Haven for Hope during the Safety, Housing, Education and Homelessness Committee meeting Wednesday. Instead of Haven of Hope providing migrants with cash assistance on debit cards, it will instead provide “culturally appropriate” food.

Denver revokes cash assistance for migrants

Colorado State

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Getting the Shingrix vaccine after the age of 50 can reduce your chances of developing the painful skin condition known as shingles. Vaccination also might help reduce your risk of dementia, according to a recent study. Those who received the two-dose shingles vaccine reduced their risk of dementia in the...

This Vaccine Is Tied to a 17% Lower Dementia Risk

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Study finds blood test diagnosed Alzheimer's disease 90% of the time

A new blood test can diagnose Alzheimer’s disease better than a memory specialist or a primary care physician, according to a new study. The...

Study finds blood test diagnosed Alzheimer's disease 90% of the time

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