Gary Barg:
Dr. Wischik, what is the current
state of the science of determining
the cause and possible treatment for
Alzheimer’s disease?
Claude
Wischik: For the last twenty
years or so the field has focused
almost exclusively on the amyloid
hypothesis. (Ed. note: The amyloid
theory describes how an increase in
secreted beta-amyloid peptides leads
to the formation of plaques
eventually resulting in the death of
brain cells.) I think that view has
been severely dented by repeated
trial failures.
The main
alternative is the theory that we’ve
backed since the mid-80s. And that
is the tau theory. This builds on
Dr.Alzheimer’s original discovery.
Dr. Alzheimer discovered a lesion in
the brain called the tangle, which
are abnormal fibers forming inside
nerve cells. These nerve cells are
the ones critical for all
communication from one part...read more
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Gary Barg
Editor-in-Chief
gary@caregiver.com
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Feature Article
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When Summer Begins, Outside Workouts
Don’t Have to End By Jennifer B. Buckley
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You have been loyal to your
outdoor exercise program for months; walking, even
when your muscles ached or biking, even when your
arthritis acted up. Due to your dedication, your
body is strong, your health is good and your
endurance is better than ever, then summer
approaches and the environmental thermostat begins
to rise...read more
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Guest Column
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Extended Families: Our Greatest Resources
By Helen Hunter, ACSW, CMSW
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There are many family
situations today where you can find three, four or even
five generations living under one roof. While the
circumstances that result in multi-generational living
vary from financial to health-related to simple family
closeness...read more
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Caretips
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Arthritis Tips
Few diagnoses can create such a transition from the routine in life, as does arthritis. Activities such as sports, traveling, and driving are often too painful to continue, and realizing the physical...read
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Carenotes
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How do I deal with my siblings who think
I am just sponging off Mom and Dad while being their
full-time caregiver (I live with them)? I am on disability
so I need support and acknowledgement for my own needs and
recognition from them in my role as caregiver for Mom and
Dad.
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