February 24, 2021 Clive Davis Bell's palsy diagnosis: What to know about the condition Clive Davis’ rep told Page Six that the record industry legend would be postponing the second half a planned virtual pre-Grammys party following a Bell’s palsy diagnosis.
February 10, 2021 Dementia patients more at risk for coronavirus infection, hospitalization, study finds Dementia patients are at an increased risk of contracting the novel coronavirus, suggests the findings of a new, large study that also determined those who suffer from the cognitive condition are more likely to be hospitalized due to a COVID-19 infection.
December 25, 2020 ‘A Christmas Story’ star Zack Ward says film's lesson is 'you have to take your life head on' The actor is an advocate for Alzheimer's research.
December 10, 2020 Combo of blood tests could offer more accurate Alzheimer's diagnostics, researchers say While the first blood test detecting Alzheimer’s disease made headlines last week when it landed on the market, researchers say pairing the tool with forthcoming tests may offer more accurate diagnostics.
November 27, 2020 Surgeon General Jerome Adams tweets about his ailing wife and mother, thanks health workers In a heartfelt Twitter message on Thanksgiving, U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams disclosed that his wife, Lacey, and his mother were both recently hospitalized -- and thanked everyone who “kept a hospital bed open” for his loved ones by following coronavirus precautions.
November 24, 2020 NASCAR legend Morgan Shepherd diagnosed with Parkinson's disease NASCAR driver owner Morgan Shepherd has been diagnosed with early stage Parkinson's disease. The 79-year-old plans to return to the series as a car owner next year.
November 14, 2020 Michael J. Fox no longer pursuing acting gigs amid battle with Parkinson's disease "Back to the Future" star Michael J. Fox is not actively pursuing acting gigs due to some struggles related to his Parkinson's disease.
November 9, 2020 Woman gets job in nursing home during coronavirus pandemic to see father Nina Ambrose was thrilled to celebrate her father Roger’s birthday with him in person last month, thanks to her position at the Manor Lodge care home.
November 5, 2020 Michael J. Fox reveals struggle with memorizing skills due to Parkinson’s disease Michael J. Fox has struggled with acting due to memory loss symptoms of Parkinson's disease.
October 27, 2020 Coronavirus may cause cognitive decline in some patients, study suggests The study, which is not yet peer-reviewed, found the most decline in patients who required ventilation.