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Apr 24, 2024

The Top 10 Most Common Chronic Conditions in Older Adults Read Article

Apr 11, 2024

5 Common Age-Related Memory Changes and What to Do About Them Read Article

Feb 15, 2024

Chronic vs. Acute Medical Conditions: What's the Difference? Read Article

Feb 5, 2024

Alzheimer's Medication Leqembi is Covered by Medicare—But Access and Effectiveness Questions Remain Read Article

Dementia affects your memory, thinking, and behavior. Alzheimer’s is the most common type, but there are others that affect the brain in different ways.

Jan 24, 2024

What Is Dementia? Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Read Article

Memory loss that makes it hard to function day-to-day is one of the first signs of Alzheimer’s disease. Early diagnosis can lead to treatments that manage your symptoms.

Jan 23, 2024

What Is Alzheimer's? How Is It Treated? Read Article

If you have Medicare Part B, you are eligible for a cognitive screening with your physician during your Annual Wellness Visit.

Jan 19, 2024

Ask for a Cognitive Evaluation During Your Next Annual Wellness Visit Read Article

Jan 12, 2024

Leqembi and Alzheimer's Disease: Benefits, Side Effects, and What It Costs Read Article

Jan 12, 2024

Alzheimer's Drug Aduhelm Narrowly Covered by Medicare Read Article

Jan 12, 2024

Know the 10 Signs of Alzheimer's: Early Detection Matters Read Article

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Learn what long-term insurance insurance covers when it comes to memory care, how much it costs, and how to choose a policy wisely in this guide from NCOA.

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Does Long-Term Care Insurance Cover Memory Care? A Comprehensive Guide

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May 11, 2023

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Research into Alzheimer's disease and related dementias in Latino communities, where rates are disproportionately high, could unlock clues that would help people of all ethnicities.

Feb 15, 2023

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Apr 29, 2022

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