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July 8, 2024

After Biden’s 'terrible' debate, health experts warn of denial dangers, call for investigation of symptoms

Amid the fallout from Joe Biden’s lackluster performance at the first presidential debate on June 27, experts continue to react to potential signs of cognitive decline in the 46th president.

July 7, 2024

New medications, caregiver stress relievers and epilepsy awareness top this week's health news

This week's health roundup includes a new Alzheimer's medication, a man's fight for epilepsy awareness, tips for relieving caregiver stress, a summer COVID surge and more.

July 6, 2024

Alzheimer’s on mother’s side of the family could increase disease risk, study finds

Having a mother with Alzheimer’s could lead to a higher risk of inherited disease than a paternal history, according to a recent study from Mass General Brigham. Researchers and doctors explain.

July 6, 2024

New Alzheimer drug gives ‘hope’: Dr. Marc Siegel

Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ contributor Dr. Marc Siegel joins ‘ӣÌÒÊÓƵ Live’ to discuss the FDA approving a new Alzheimer treatment drug and the FDA banning bromide vegetable oils.

July 4, 2024

New Jersey man with epilepsy uses hand-painted seashells to help find a cure

Kyle Adamkiewicz, 33, of New Jersey has lived with epilepsy since his diagnosis at age 6. He's now combining his love of art with the power of nature to help bring attention to the seizure disorder.

July 3, 2024

Alzheimer’s caregiver handbook: Here are expert tips and techniques for those who tend to dementia patients

Dr. Heather Sandison, an expert in Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia care, says it’s critical for caregivers to protect their own mental and physical health. Read an excerpt from her new book.

July 2, 2024

FDA approves new drug for Alzheimer’s disease: ‘Meaningful results’

The FDA has approved a new medication for people with Alzheimer’s disease. Eli Lilly’s Kisunla (donanemab) is a once-monthly injection intended for adults with early symptomatic Alzheimer's disease.

June 30, 2024

Amid post-debate cognitive concerns, doctor recommends 3 natural supplements to boost brain power

Dr. Nicole Saphier, associate professor at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City, shares recommendations for supplements to help improve mental focus and prevent dementia.

June 30, 2024

Health weekend roundup includes service dogs, medical misinformation, amazing surgery and more key stories

This week's health roundup includes stories of a service dog helping a woman with epilepsy, 10 big "lies" a doctor believes the medical community is telling, an amazing transplant surgery and more.

June 25, 2024

New Parkinson's drug could slow or reverse progression of disease, researchers say: 'Big step forward'

A new therapeutic that could slow down or halt the progression of Parkinson's disease has completed Phase 1 trials with positive results. Researchers and doctors spoke about the findings.