…41,000 symptomatic Americans and more than 200,000 at risk of inheriting the disease. The symptoms of HD are described as having ALS, Parkinson’s, and Alzheimer’s – simultaneously. The Huntington’s Disease…
New Methods for Early Alzheimer's Detection
…the Alzheimer’s Association will host a Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Dallas City Hall Plaza to fundraise and support future studies that detect, treat, and find a cure for Alzheimer’s….
BioGen Stock Jumps 40% after Alzheimer's Drug Trial
Pharmaceutical manufacturer BioGen Inc. reported a stock increase of 40% after a “key clinical trial” showed a new drug appeared to slow “the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.” As reported by…
UNT Receives Grant for Alzheimer's Research
…part of the National Institutes of Health, is providing $150 million to the university to fund Alzheimer’s research. Alzheimer’s is a brain disease that progressively destroys a person’s memory, thinking…
By Pete Griffin | Oct 4, 2022
New Alzheimer’s Drug Shows Potential in Clinical Trials
Shares of Biogen and other drugmakers researching Alzheimer’s disease soared early Wednesday after Japan’s Eisai Co.’s new drug to treat Alzheimer’s disease showed promise in a recent clinical trial. The…
American Life Expectancy Sees Steep Drop
…offsetting effects of decreases in mortality due to influenza and pneumonia (38.5%), chronic lower respiratory diseases (28.8%), Alzheimer’s disease (18.3%), perinatal conditions (6.3%), and Parkinson disease (2.3%),” the report said….
Texas Coach Depicted in 'Friday Night Lights' Dies at 73
…long battle with Alzheimer’s. “Following a long battle with Alzheimer’s Disease, it is with great sadness that the family of Coach Gary Gaines announces his peaceful passing this afternoon. Memorial…
Four Local Missing Juveniles Found Within Week
…put them at a higher risk of danger,” the post read. Examples provided by the department included young children, individuals with “disorienting diseases” like Alzheimer’s, or individuals threatening to severely…
A Single Brain Scan Could Diagnose Alzheimer’s
…Alzheimer’s or not with 98% accuracy. The study also found that the algorithm can differentiate between early and late-stage Alzheimer’s patients with an accuracy of 79%. “Currently, no other simple…
Denver Broncos Reach Record-Breaking Sale Agreement With Walmart Heir
…he stepped down in July 2014 due to Alzheimer’s disease. Bowlen died in 2019. Bowlen and his siblings originally paid $78 million in 1984 for majority shares in the Broncos….
69-Year-Old Man Found Dead After Silver Alert
…Americans, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia, with more than 5 million Americans over 65 suffering from it. When a person with dementia…
FDA 'Fast-Tracks' Dallas Company's Alzheimer's Vaccine
Dallas-based biotechnology innovator Vaxxinity has announced that its Alzheimer’s vaccine, UB-311, has received a “fast track” designation from the FDA. The FDA’s “fast track” process allows for drugs to be…
Huntington's Disease Society of America Golf Classic
…that causes a breakdown of nerve cells in the brain. The symptoms of HD are like having the symptoms of ALS, Parkinson’s, and Alzheimer’s simultaneously. People diagnosed with Huntington’s Disease…
By Amy Jones | Apr 3, 2022
Support Dallas Causes This Social Season
…Star Skyline Hangar at the Braniff Centre. The net proceeds from AWARE Affair will support local organizations fighting Alzheimer’s disease. The evening will include cocktails, silent and live auctions, and…
By Amy Jones | Feb 23, 2022
38 House Republicans Sign Letter Urging Biden to take a Cognitive Exam
…Alzheimer’s Association lists’ changes in mood and personality,’ including being more ‘easily upset’ as one of ten signs of mental decline.” Jackson also authored a letter of the same nature…
Local Family Raising Money for Alzheimer’s Research Through Christmas Decoration
…much older,” Motes told FOX 4. “I was always with the old population of people. I know quite a few people who have had Alzheimer’s.” Alzheimer’s disease affects more than…
By Mary Dada | Dec 23, 2021
YMCA Uses Robots to Combat Alzheimer's
November, which is also Alzheimer’s Awareness month, has ended, but not before the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas did something great for the community. According to the World Health Organization, an…
By Manny Legrand | Dec 3, 2021
Former Police Chief David Kunkle Honored by Local Charter School
…Kunkle was diagnosed with Lewy body dementia, a type of Alzheimer’s. Kunkle, however, said that he has no complaints about his medical issues. He said that life had been good…
By Mary Dada | Nov 9, 2021
Cookie Contest Winners to Support Fight Against Alzheimer’s
Recipes from a cookie contest held at The Preston of the Park Cities senior living community will help benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. The residents of the facility in Dallas all…
Jamie Foxx Book Tour Comes to Dallas
…Estelle Talley passed away at the age of 95 in October 2004 due to Alzheimer’s. Foxx has received many awards for his talents, including Best Actor Academy Award, Best Actor…