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DEAR DR. MICHELLE, I’m trying to think of a gift for my aging parents that would promote cognitive activity. Do you have any ideas? The holiday season brings lots of opportunity for cognitive and social stimulation. Games and toys are not just for kids – there is a booming market of games, puzzles, and interactive […]

DEAR DR. MICHELLE, I’m in my mid-60s and noticing that I don’t always come up with words as quickly as I used to. Should I be concerned? Word-finding difficulties can appear as part of the normal aging process, beginning in the 60s and accelerating over the decades. So, struggling to get the right or exact […]

DEAR DR. MICHELLE, Is it true that a molecule found in green tea breaks up tau tangles seen in Alzheimer’s disease? Yes, a molecule in green tea called epigallocatechin gallate – shortened to EGCG – has been shown to untangle tau tangles that form in Alzheimer’s and even stop them from spreading. These tangled fibers […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]