Tagged: alzheimers-association

The physical, emotional and financial burden of Alzheimer’s and dementia on individuals and their caregivers cannot be overstated, says gerontologist and licensed social worker Dr. Macie P. Smith. And according […]

By Heidi Schwarzwald, MD Throughout my career as a clinician, I have experienced firsthand the concerns and challenges that cognitive issues cause older adults. They fear they’ll lose their memory […]

By Heidi Schwarzwald, MD HEALTH Throughout my career as a clinician, I have experienced firsthand the concerns and challenges that cognitive issues cause older adults. They fear they’ll lose their […]

Gerontologist Dr. Macie Smith knows firsthand that time is precious for family members caring for loved ones with dementia. That’s why she gets straight to the point in her new […]

Dr. Macie Smith stresses early diagnosis and caregiver support for Black Americans disproportionately affected by the disease September is World Alzheimer’s month, with September 21 being recognized as World Alzheimer’s […]

By Hazel Trice Edney HEALTH They were nothing short of legendary in their professions. And their works continue to be celebrated nationwide. But, adding to the mystique of America’s racial […]

This June during Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, the Alzheimer’s Association® is encouraging all Americans to take charge of their brain health. Black Americans are about two times as likely […]