Good News Notes: “Media mogul and billionaire bison rancher Ted Turner is donating an 80,000-acre ranch he owns in western Nebraska to his own nonprofit agriculture ecosystem research institute and says he might do the same with four other ranches in Nebraska’s Sand Hills. But he’ll continue to pay taxes on the land, much to…
Tag: Alzheimer’s
A.I. tool promises faster, more accurate Alzheimer’s diagnosis
Good News Notes: “By detecting subtle differences in the way that Alzheimer’s sufferers use language, researchers at Stevens Institute of Technology have developed an A.I. algorithm that promises to accurately diagnose Alzheimer’s without the need for expensive scans or in-person testing. The software not only can diagnose Alzheimer’s, at negligible cost, with more than 95…
Israeli scientist uses microbubbles to explode cancer cells
Good News Notes: “An international team of researchers led by an Israeli scientist has developed a noninvasive technology to kill breast cancer cells, an innovation that in the future could perhaps also be used to treat diseases such as brain cancer, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.” “‘Microbubbles are microscopic bubbles filled with gas, with a diameter as…
Drive-thru pet therapy at Helen Woodward unites animals with Alzheimer’s patients
Good News Notes: “Therapy animals have always provided comfort to people during difficult times, but with social distancing guidelines, it has been hard for them to interact with the public. On Wednesday, the Helen Woodward Animal Centercame up with a creative way to bring together therapy pets and Alzheimer’s patients.” View the whole story here: https://www.cbs8.com/article/life/animals/drive-thru-pet-therapy-at-helen-woodward-unites-animals-with-alzheimers-patients/509-ae968805-321c-4d72-852e-cb1c5f2ea411
Remembering the forgotten with simple warmth and kindness | WPRI.com
Good News Notes: “It was a simple idea that sprung from a family tragedy. About four years ago, Nick Georgette’s high school psychology class project led to a surprise Christmas gift for his dad’s nursing home roommate. ‘He told us this is the only gift I’ve gotten for Christmas in the past 20 years,’ Georgette…
Study shows yoga may boost brain function
Good News Notes: “Looking for a way to improve your memory, gain control over your emotions, and boost your ability to multitask? A new brain scan study may be just the incentive you need to put yoga at the top of your New Years’ to-do list. The review of 11 published studies found a link…
New drug shows promising results in the treatment of Alzheimer’s
Good News Notes: “Alzheimer’s disease affects some 5 million people in the United States, and as the population ages, doctors estimate those affected will more than double by 2050.” “A new drug might offer new hope.” “Dr. Daniel Murman, a neurologist with University of Nebraska Medical Center, has been studying a new drug that can…
Olive oil superfood may protect the brain from age-related dementia
Good News Notes: “Adding extra virgin olive oil to your diet may be an effective way to reduce your risk of developing dementia in old age, according to researchers.” “Extra virgin olive oil is often referred to as a ‘superfood’ due to its many known health benefits, including its potential protective effect for the brain.”…
Meditation can help prevent Alzheimer's disease: study
https://nypost.com/2019/08/19/meditation-can-help-prevent-alzheimers-disease-study/
Music Plays a Leading Role in New Health Products for Alzheimer's and Dementia
https://www.billboard.com/amp/articles/business/8506667/music-alzheimers-dementia-therapy-treatment-health-products