Memory Matters – Sep 2023
DEAR DR. MICHELLE, How can I get treated with Leqembi? Ask your doctor if she or he will prescribe it or if they can refer you to someone who will. Some of my colleagues have mentioned that they are in the process of setting up protocols to offer this treatment at their respective institutions. (Leqembi […]
Read MoreMemory Matters – Aug 2023
DEAR DR. MICHELLE, There seems to be a lot in the news lately about Alzheimer’s disease. Why the current focus? It is an exciting time in the history of Alzheimer’s diagnosis and treatment. After decades of research, the field is making notable progress. These findings and related discussions were actively presented at the Alzheimer’s Association […]
Read MoreMemory Matters – Jul 2023
DEAR DR. MICHELLE, I’ve heard there is a blood test for Alzheimer’s disease. Is this true and how can I get tested? There are a number of blood tests for Alzheimer’s disease, and some are commercially available. Your doctor could order one, but insurance will not yet cover the cost. These tests measure certain proteins […]
Read MoreMemory Matters – Jun 2023
DEAR DR. MICHELLE, I heard that Eli Lilly has a new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. Is this true? It is, indeed, an exciting time in Alzheimer’s research! On May 3, 2023, Lilly released to the press that their drug donanemab was effective in slowing decline in treated patients. Their phase 3 study showed significant differences […]
Read MoreMemory Matters – May 2023
DEAR DR. MICHELLE, Is it true that hearing loss causes dementia? Some research has shown a relationship between hearing loss and cognitive impairment. When a person cannot hear, the part of the brain that processes sound is not being stimulated the way it otherwise would be. Reduced stimulation to auditory centers in the brain and […]
Read MoreMemory Matters – Apr 2023
DEAR DR. MICHELLE, How important is sleep to cognitive functioning? I’m up every night and have brain fog all day. Sleep is very important in maintaining cognitive functioning, especially as we age. A more obvious connection is that when we’re tired and groggy, we’re not at our best; our minds are less sharp. We may […]
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