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Aug 30, 2021

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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.

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Aug 30, 2021

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Safe at Home: Living with Low-Vision

Dr. Orli Weisser-Pike, a doctor of occupational therapy and a certified low-vision therapist, shares a number of helpful tips for safety and independence in the home for individuals with visual impairment or low vision.

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Aug 27, 2021

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Mistaken Identity: A Difficult Problem in Alzheimer’s Disease

This article explores the potential causes and treatments for these unusual conditions that torment people with dementia and those who care for them.

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Aug 27, 2021

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Warning Signs of Elder Abuse and Tips for the Caregiver

Learn about the signs of elder abuse and what to do if you suspect abuse or neglect.

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Aug 27, 2021

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Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma

Learn about the most common type of glaucoma that accounts for 70 - 90 percent of all cases.

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Aug 27, 2021

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The Progression of Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration

Wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can cause rapid vision loss. Learn how recent advances in treating wet AMD have decreased the rate of vision loss, and about research that may eliminate the need for injections.

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Can We Clear Toxic Proteins from the Brain? An Encouraging Breakthrough

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Safe at Home: Living with Low-Vision

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Mistaken Identity: A Difficult Problem in Alzheimer’s Disease

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Warning Signs of Elder Abuse and Tips for the Caregiver

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Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma

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The Progression of Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration