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New Challenges for Caregivers and Loved Ones

Can We Clear Toxic Proteins from the Brain? An Encouraging Breakthrough
Research by BrightFocus grantee Matthew Campbell, PhD, of Trinity College Dublin, suggests a unique way to help clear the brain of toxic amyloid beta protein, which contributes to the development of Alzheimer’s.
Scientists Uncover New Clues About How Macular Degeneration Forms
An international research team has uncovered some clues to how age-related macular degeneration (AMD) begins, and their findings could lead to new avenues of research and early diagnosis.
Treating Alzheimer’s Before It Becomes Alzheimer’s
Up until now, the best method scientists have had to fight Alzheimer’s has been using drugs to treat the symptoms of the disease after they start to show. But new research offers them new hopes for treatments to attack the disease sooner.

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BrightFocus Town Hall Event: "COVID-19 and Older Adults

BrightFocus Foundation held a virtual town hall on COVID-19 and older adults. Topics included long-distance caregiving, telehealth, social isolation, anxiety, and other issues disproportionately affecting aging adults. Please share this with a friend or family member.

May 19, 2020
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Tips for Improving Your Telemedicine Visit for Glaucoma

This article will help guide you on what to expect during an ophthalmology telemedicine appointment, and how to improve your video visit with a health care provider.

May 18, 2020
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COVID-19 and Alzheimer’s Disease: A Double Threat for Communities of Color

Both COVID-19 and Alzheimer’s are having an exaggerated impact on elderly communities of color. Learn why that’s the case, and gain insights on handling this crisis as best practices are developed.

May 13, 2020
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Is Smoking Good or Bad for Dementia Prevention?

Learn about the connection between smoking and the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia.

May 12, 2020
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How to Recognize Vision Health Scams

Learn the best way to avoid treatments that have limited or non-existent data to support their effectiveness for age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

May 5, 2020
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Thank you to everyone who is working on Alzheimer's research! This is a terrible disease that not only affects the person, but their whole family and loved ones. God bless and guide you as you work to eradicate this horrible disease!
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