Alzheimer's Disease - Videos

Neuroradiologist Dr. Bradley Jabour joins The Doctors and Glenn to discuss the signs of poor brain health.

With a family history of Alzheimer’s disease and recent memory issues, Glenn has come to The Doctors in hopes of finding out if he is suffering from the disease as well.

Join http//www.WatchMojo.com for a Very Special Episode of Top 5 Facts, as we take a look at a tragic, terminal disease: Alzheimer's.

The finding of a new Alzheimer’s treatment has spurred some hope that a cure to the devastating disease may be on the horizon.

Diet and exercise can reduce toxic protein buildup of Alzheimer’s, a study finds.

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Brain games, puzzles, reading and crafts. Do activities that keep your mind active help ward off symptoms of Alzheimer's disease? In a recent study researchers found those who stayed mentally active in midlife had lower levels of amyloid deposits in their brains than those who didn't stay mentally active. Amyloid deposits are a hallmark sign of Alzheimer's disease. The researchers say staying mentally active doesn't stop the disease, but it may delay symptoms.

Brain games, puzzles, reading and crafts. Do activities that keep your mind active help ward off symptoms of Alzheimer's disease? In a recent study researchers found those who stayed mentally active in midlife had lower levels of amyloid deposits in their brains than those who didn't stay mentally active. Amyloid deposits are a hallmark sign of Alzheimer's disease. The researchers say staying mentally active doesn't stop the disease, but it may delay symptoms.

The Doctors discuss the growing trend of at-home DIY health screening kits and give their opinions on three popular types: at-home tests for vaginal pH, cholesterol, and prostate health. Should you use these products?

A new brand of yoga pants claims to help you burn more calories while you work out. But do they work? Find out as The Doctors put it to the test!

Alzheimer’s disease relentlessly targets large-scale brain networks that support the formation of new memories. However, it remains a mystery as to why the disease selectively targets memory-related brain networks and how this relates to misfolded proteins seen by pathologists at autopsy. In an effort to bridge the divide between the targeted memory systems and the misfolded proteins and dying cells underneath, Mayo Clinic researchers have turned to the field of complex systems.

Alzheimer's disease relentlessly targets large-scale brain networks that support the formation of new memories. However, it remains a mystery as to why the disease selectively targets memory-related brain networks and how this relates to misfolded proteins seen by pathologists at autopsy. In an effort to bridge the divide between the targeted memory systems and the misfolded proteins and dying cells underneath, Mayo Clinic researchers have turned to the field of complex systems.

Dr. John Ratey discusses the promising research that suggests that physical exercise can forestall, and perhaps even prevent, Alzheimer's disease.

'Father of neuroscience' Dr. Michael Merzenich says people may be able to delay and even reverse the onset of Alzheimer's disease with targeted brain exercises.

Dr. John Ratey discusses the promising research that suggests that physical exercise can forestall, and perhaps even prevent, Alzheimer's disease.

'Father of neuroscience' Dr. Michael Merzenich says people may be able to delay and even reverse the onset of Alzheimer's disease with targeted brain exercises.

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Every now and then we forget the name of our favorite song, or what our best friend's phone number is. But when are these 'brain farts' a sign of something serious? Should you be worried?

More than 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease. There is no cure, however, early and accurate diagnosis of this progressive form of dementia allows patients and families to prepare for the future. Vivien Williams has more in this Mayo Clinic Minute.

Every now and then we forget the name of our favorite song, or what our best friend's phone number is. But when are these 'brain farts' a sign of something serious? Should you be worried?

Atteint depuis deux ans de la maladie d'Alzheimer, Alan Beamer, alias "Beam" a vu sa santé se détériorer rapidement au cours des derniers mois.

Traditionally studies of brain function have focused on task-evoked responses. By their very nature such experiments tacitly encourage a reflexive view of brain function.

Traditionally studies of brain function have focused on task-evoked responses. By their very nature such experiments tacitly encourage a reflexive view of brain function.

HuffPost Live explores the personal stories behind Alzheimer's. We speak to people living with Alzheimer's and family members who take care of their loved ones suffering from this disease. Hit rewind and watch the best of these conversations!

HuffPost Live explores the personal stories behind Alzheimer's. We speak to people living with Alzheimer's and family members who take care of their loved ones suffering from this disease. Hit rewind and watch the best of these conversations!

Breastfeeding may help prevent common eye disease in preterm infants, study finds.

Skin cancer is the No. 1 cancer in the U.S. ER physician Travis Stork visits dermatologist Sonia Batra to undergo a thorough examination to check for any cancerous growths. Click here to get Dr. Batra's top sunscreen tips!

In this web exclusive clip, dermatologist Sonia Batra shares her top tips to stay safe in the sun.

Anna Silk, of "Lost Girl" fame, explains the importance of "International Girls Day.

A broadcaster's worst nightmare is losing their voice and for Inside Edition's Jim Moret, it was a reality. There were nodules on Moret's vocal cords that caused him to lose his voice so his doctor ordered him not to say a word for nearly an entire month, fearing he might lose his voice forever if he spoke. Moret said: "It's been frustrating. Day after day of no talking." Julie Andrews' singing voice was ruined after vocal cord surgery to remove nodules. Moret was determined to avoid surgery.

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HuffPost Live explores the personal stories behind Alzheimer's. We speak to people living with Alzheimer's and family members who take care of their loved ones suffering from this disease. Hit rewind and watch the best of these conversations!

HuffPost Live explores the personal stories behind Alzheimer's. We speak to people living with Alzheimer's and family members who take care of their loved ones suffering from this disease. Hit rewind and watch the best of these conversations!

Exercise may be an effective treatment for Alzheimer's Disease.

Exercise may be an effective treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease.

Thousands of scientists have gathered in D.C. this week for the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference to discuss the latest in research and treatment. We are joined by Alzheimer's experts to discuss signs of progress on the horizon.

Thousands of scientists have gathered in D.C. this week for the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference to discuss the latest in research and treatment. We are joined by Alzheimer's experts to discuss signs of progress on the horizon.

Thousands of scientists have gathered in D.C. this week for the Alzheimer's Association International Conference to discuss the latest in research and treatment. We are joined by Alzheimer's experts to discuss signs of progress on the horizon.

Thousands of scientists have gathered in D.C. this week for the Alzheimer's Association International Conference to discuss the latest in research and treatment. We are joined by Alzheimer's experts to discuss signs of progress on the horizon.

Researchers studying the buildup of proteins in the brain of an Alzheimer's patient say a commonly prescribed antidepressant may slow the progression of the disease.

Can you remember the last time you got a good night's sleep? Turns out, there might be something more concerning than just feeling groggy the next day. Researchers for the Alzheimer's Disease Neuroimaging Initiative put together a study that links memory loss to sleep disorders.

Can you remember the last time you got a good night's sleep? Turns out, there might be something more concerning than just feeling groggy the next day. Researchers for the Alzheimer’s Disease Neuroimaging Initiative put together a study that links memory loss to sleep disorders.

A new drug, BCI-838, offers new hope to halt and possibly reverse the damage of Alzheimer's disease.

Former Iowa politician Henry Rayhons was recently accused of sexually assaulting his wife, an Alzheimer's patient. The case has shed light on grey areas of consent when it comes to mental capacity. Can a person with dementia consent to sex?

Our HuffPost Live Community joins Nancy to talk about the conversation every baby boomer needs to have.

Former Iowa politician Henry Rayhons was recently accused of sexually assaulting his wife, an Alzheimer's patient. The case has shed light on grey areas of consent when it comes to mental capacity. Can a person with dementia consent to sex?

Our HuffPost Live Community joins Nancy to talk about the conversation every baby boomer needs to have.

Former President Ronald Reagan was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 1994 â€" five years after he left the White House â€" but a new study suggests his speaking patterns during his two terms in office may have hinted at the disease.

Former President Ronald Reagan was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 1994 five years after he left the White House but a new study suggests his speaking patterns during his two terms in office may have hinted at the disease.

Fewer than half of people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s have been told by their doctor they have the disease. WSJ's Melinda Beck reports.

Fewer than half of people diagnosed with Alzheimer's have been told by their doctor they have the disease. WSJ's Melinda Beck reports.

Is gender a risk factor for memory loss?

Is gender a risk factor for memory loss?

A new study shows promises in improving memory in mice and it could lead to new treatment of Alzheimer's. WSJ's Jeanne Whalen reports.

A new study shows promises in improving memory in mice and it could lead to new treatment of Alzheimer's. WSJ's Jeanne Whalen reports.

Learn how Emmy award-winning TV personality Leeza Gibbons is helping educate Alzheimer’s patients and their families about appropriate care during the various stages of the disease.

Pfizer’s Chief Medical Officer Freda Lewis-Hall shares ways in which you can contribute to medical research on Alzheimer’s and other devastating diseases.

Filmmaker Max Lugavere joins HuffPost Live to talk about brain health, including the steps he's taking to prevent neurological diseases. He'll also discuss his latest projects and much more.

Actress Julianne Moore's latest film, "Still Alice," focuses on how Alzheimer's can impact an entire family. Plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Ordon opens up about losing his mother to the devastating disease.

Learn how certain medications used to treat Parkinson's disease can cause patients to engage in addictive behaviors, such as gambling and engaging in risky sexual activity.

Kelly Gunderson has been caring for her 87-year-old mom who suffers from Alzheimer's - the most common form of dementia.

More than five million American's are living with Alzheimer's disease and sometimes this frightening disease comes on quickly without any warning signs. But researchers are now identifying some clues to Alzheimer's that you should know about.

Caring for an ailing parent is a life-changing event. Beyond the sadness and suffering, the experience can teach caregiving children a lot about toughness, perseverance and especially love. WSJ contributor Dave Shiflett shares his story on Lunch Break with Tanya Rivero.

We classify cancer in different stages and now researchers are doing something similar with Alzheimer's disease. It could mean a much earlier diagnosis and better treatment for many people.

Melvyn Amrine, of Little Rock, Ark., may not remember the details of his life since his Alzheimer's diagnosis, but he recently proved that his love for his wife transcends memory.

A company called Open Worm is creating a digital worm that will greatly assist scientists in discovering how to cure diseases like Alzheimer's.

Dr. Guy Eakin, Vice President of Scientific Affairs for the BrightFocus Foundation, discusses the top five questions you should ask your doctor regarding your Alzheimer's diagnosis.

HuffPost's Third Metric seeks to redefine success beyond money and power. As part of our ongoing series, we want to shine a light on the more than 5 million Americans that are living with dementia. What do they want their loved ones to know?

The conundrum has stumped doctors for years. Why do neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's affect only the elderly? Why do some people live to be over 100 with normal brain functioning while others develop dementia decades earlier?

Alzheimer's disease may contribute to nearly as many deaths as heart disease and cancer, new study suggests.

Kathy Ritchie joins Nancy to share her story of how she changed her life in order to take care of her mother with dementia.

Actor Seth Rogen delivered a moving testimony in Congress about watching his mother-in-law struggle with Alzheimer's. His story is far from unfamiliar for the sandwich generation those who care for both their children and parents with Alzheimer's.

Researchers are testing the effectiveness of a diabetes drug for the prevention of the development of Alzheimer's Disease in people who are predisposed to develop the condition.

The Doctors has an exciting partnership with USA Weekend magazine as the exclusive medical contributors to its weekly HealthSmart column! Learn about the newest studies on Alzheimer's disease in the latest article.

To increase brainpower and memory, what matters most is what you do with your mind and your muscles. In this video, Michael Roizen, MD, offers three tips that can help you boost your brain and improve your memory.

What's the secret to keeping your brain fast and nimble? Sharpen it with some proven techniques. Dr. Michael Roizen, MD, shares tips to improve your memory and brainpower.

Regular eye exams do more than protect your vision. They may help you prevent dementia. In this Health Smarts video, Kevin Soden, MD, explains the connection between poor eyesight and a higher risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease.

That treat you just indulged in won't just go from your lips to your hips -- it might just go straight to your head. Middle-aged people with high abdominal fat are 3.6 times as likely to suffer from memory loss and dementia later on in life, researchers have discovered.

Scientists think peanut butter may be the key to diagnosing early-stage Alzheimer's disease.

Up to 20 percent of people 65 and up have mild cognitive impairment. A new program could help these patients train their brains and improve their memory.

Ron Grant joins HuffPost Live to talk about how he's dealt with being diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's in 2007.

Alzheimer's specialist recommends a diet low in carbohydrates to Alzheimer's patients and people at risk for getting the disease.

Brain-boosting activities, like reading or doing crossword puzzles, can preserve memory in old age.

De acuerdo a un estudio Frances, personas quienes retraan su jubilacion tienen menos riesgo de tener Alzheimers.

Doctors report a big rise in an unusual form of dementia, robbing patients of other things well before their memories.

A new study shows a link between football and Alzheimer's disease.

Some forms of skin cancer may be linked to a lower risk for Alzheimer's disease, though scientists aren't sure why.

The annual cost of treating dementia tops that of heart disease and cancer. Experts estimate Americans spend more than $150 billion caring for people with the disease.

Music is helping some Alzheimer's patients cope with the disease.

Talk show host, author and philanthropist Leeza Gibbons recalls her feelings when her mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's and explains how her foundation has helped honor her family and many others.

Is there a cure for Alzheimer's? Find out about treatment for Alzheimer's and how the medication works.

Alzheimer's is by fart the most common type of dementia, but do you know the warning signs. Watch to find out about the symptoms of Alzheimer's and when you should visit the doctor.

Around 800,000 people suffer from dementia in the UK. But what is Alzheimer's and what are its symptoms?

Do the math and you'll be overwhelmed at the numbers Alzheimer's patients, increasing daily. Now a new study offers a prediction for just how bad it will be and who needs to wake up before their memory goes. Since 1993, Rush University Medical Center researchers have followed thousands of Chicagoans - all 65 and older - from four different neighborhoods. The task - take a snap shot of the baby boomer generation today.

Kiplinger talks to families about the staggering costs of Alzheimer's care, and offers expert advice on financial planning before and after a diagnosis of the devastating disease.

Doctors have just opened a study looking at whether a compound found in wine and red grapes can prevent brain aging and possibly stop degenerative diseases like alzheimers from worsening.

Older adults with a condition called "amnestic mild cognitive impairment" may have a higher risk for early death.

New report shows 1 in 7 Alzheimer's patients live alone.

Researchers in Iceland have found a gene that appears to prevent the development of Alzheimer's disease.

The Obama Administration has set a deadline of 2025 to find effective ways to treat and perhaps delay the onset of Alzheimer's disease.

Longer use of a common Alzheimer's drug may benefit patients.

Omega-3 fish oil supplements may do nothing to prevent memory problems.

Terry Leach, a teenager with Huntington's disease, and his family talk to reporter Greg Bledsoe about living with the disease and how Terry exceeds expectations every day.

On the brink of becoming an epidemic, the United States declares war on Alzheimer's. And now there is also news of an experimental new weapon that could help prevent the devastating disease.

The number of people battling Alzheimer's disease is growing... and the costs are rising just as dramatically. Many patients are left without a safety net or family support.

How fast you walk could be an indicator of your risk for early dementia.

Robert Bazell reports on a promising new treatment for one of the biggest challenges out there: Alzheimer's.

A new study suggests plaque build-up in your brain may be more harmful than having the Alzheimer's gene.

Could playing online games like Words with Friends and Song Pop give you a boost in brain power, or instead be a brain drain? Erika Edwards talks to Alzheimer's disease experts about social media games.

Five and a half million Americans are already are living with Alzheimer's disease, and now scientists have made a disturbing but important discovery about how the brain changes leading to Alzheimer's begin decades before any symptoms.

Taking ginkgo biloba supplements does nothing to protect the elderly from developing Alzheimer's disease.

A majority of dementia patients and their loved ones say they feel stigmatized by others, according to a new report from the Alzheimer's Association.

New report on Alzheimer's explains the research in the field.

People who are diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease late in life may have a less aggressive form of the disease.

Subtle changes in how a person walks could be an early sign of Alzheimer's disease.

When the time comes for a friend to step in and care for you, it's important to have power of attorney to keep financial accounts open.

Hispanics and African Americans at highest risk for developing Alzheimer's.

Alzheimer's can be detected early via an increase of plaque in the brain. New technology allows doctors to find this sooner.

Early onset Alzheimers affects 5.4 million Americans under the age of 65, but doctors have found exercise can help to slow young onset Alzheimers. Marianne Favro spoke with one woman who was diagnosed at 53.

Mary Alexander from Home Instead Senior Care reviews some of the most common Alzheimer's diagnosis concerns.

Mary Alexander from Home Instead Senior Care discusses the basics of Alzheimer's and dementia.

Mary Alexander from Home Instead Senior Care addresses some of the common caregiver concerns that can arise when caring for a senior loved one with Alzheimer's.

Mary Alexander from Home Instead Senior Care provides some basic solutions for caregivers dealing with Alzheimer's patients.

Mary Alexander from Home Instead Senior Care discusses how to manage Alzheimer's delusions and wandering.

Mary Alexander from Home Instead Senior Care explains how to manage frustrating Alzheimer's symptoms.

Full Segment: November is Alzheimer's disease awareness month. But little is known about the early-onset form of the disease that can wreak havoc for young people and their families.

November is Alzheimer's disease awareness month. But little is known about the early-onset form of the disease that can wreak havoc for young people and their families.

Author and HuffPost Blogger Deborah Swiss talks about caring for her mother who has Alzheimer's, and that it was a secret that her mom had it until her father passed away.

A new study shows that Americans fear Alzheimer's more than any other disease. In honor of National Alzheimer's Awareness Month, we help shed light on the condition.

The Doctors have an exciting partnership with USA Weekend magazine as the exclusive medical contributors to its weekly HealthSmart column! E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork explains how the latest article focuses on the early symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and age-related dementia.

Author and sex therapist Dr. Ruth Westheimer talks with WSJ's Anne Tergesen about her new book "Dr. Ruth's Guide for the Altzheimer's Caregiver" that gives advice to families and friends of Alzheimer's patients.

Alzheimer's is an irreversible, progressive brain disease and the sixth leading cause of death in the United States. But there are steps you can take to protect your brain. Editor-in-Chief of Reader's Digest, Liz Vacariello, reveals simple tips for radically reducing your risk for Alzheimer's and dementia.

Geriatrician Dr. Laura Mosqueda, Director of Geriatrics at the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine explains what happens to the brain when affected by dementia. Plus, Dr. Travis explains how the brain processes music.

Recreational therapist Yvonne Russell and social worker Daniel Cohen explain how music can improve the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and dementia.

See how the power of music allowed one man to tap back into part of himself that had long been obscured by dementia.

Alone, angry and exhausted... those are just three words that describe what a caregiver can feel. Patti Davis shares with us what she learned through her father's battle with Alzheimer's disease and how she is helping others.

Scientists know that neurons in the brains of dementia patients contain abnormally high amounts of two proteins, tau and beta ameloid. Professor Jurgen Goetz of the Queensland Brain Institute says

Deepak Chopra, author and M.D., gives us important tips for how to prevent the onset of Alzheimer's, and how to keep the mind sharp. Part of the series Mondays with Marlo on MarloThomas.com

Alzheimer's disease, the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States, is an irreversible, progressive brain disease that slowly destroys memory and cognitive skills. E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork illustrates how Alzheimer's disease affects the brain.

Dr. Freda Lewis-Hall, Chief Medical Officer of Pfizer, joins The Doctors to further explain the devastating effects of Alzheimer's.

If you were in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease, would you want to know? Melinda Beck on Lunch Break explains why one 57-year-old California woman and her husband wish they had never learned.

More than 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's Disease. Many are cared for in traditional nursing homes, but one facility is turning the rules of Alzheimer's care upside down.

One in eight older Americans is living with Alzheimer's. While there's no cure, a high powered energy drink could slow Alzheimer's from stealing your memory.

5 million Americans are diagnosed with Alzheimer's. Researchers across the globe are pulling together to help them out and map all the genes that may cause this memory-robbing disease.

Researchers developed the first test that can see into your future and predict your risk for Alzheimer's. It may help some patients in danger of the disease enroll in trials that could slow the decline.

Some activities that you can share with an Alzheimer's patient. From cooking to gardening, activities you can do with your loved one with Alzheimer's.

Ways to communicate, simplify tasks and help your loved one with Alzheimer's navigate through their world. Including advice for caregivers.

In this video Dr. Craig Ritchie discusses some common misunderstandings of Alzheimer's, Terry Pratchett and interviews a patient and his carer about his condition and the support available to them. Watch this short film to learn about Alzheimer's treatment and intervention.

Alzheimer's disease, the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States, is an irreversible, progressive brain disease that slowly destroys memory and cognitive skills. E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork illustrates how Alzheimer's disease affects the brain.

Dr. Freda Lewis-Hall, Chief Medical Officer of Pfizer, joins The Doctors to further explain the devastating effects of Alzheimer's.

Laurie Owen discusses the signs and symptoms you should look for in a loved one who might have Alzheimer's or some other type of dementia.

Laurie Owen of Home Instead Senior Care provides information on how patients can prevent Alzheimer's or other types of dementia.

Laurie Owen of Home Instead Senior Care explains how Alzheimer's and other dementias are diagnosed.

Laurie Owen of Home Instead Senior Care discusses the various lifestyle changes one should consider if they are suffering from Alzheimer's or other types of dementia.

Laurie Owen of Home Instead Senior Care provides tips on how to stay healthy as an Alzheimer's caregiver.

Laurie Owen of Home Instead Senior Care explains the top tips for keeping an Alzheimer's patient safe.

Laurie Owen of Home Instead Senior Care explains how to use past memories to comfort Alzheimer's patients.