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The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is studying the popular Music and Memory program to see if music, which helps improve the mood of Alzheimer's patients, can also reduce the use of prescription drugs for those suffering from dementia. (Oct. 30)
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SOUNDBITE (English): Barb Knutson, daughter of Mike Knutson.
"We feel as though we have been blessed with this whole new experience with dad. We are able to connect in a completely different way, in a very genuine...
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Experts create virtual dementia tour to share the experience of the disease
These special glasses are just one of the tools used to send medical workers on a "Virtual Dementia Tour".
It's been developed so participants can feel what it's like to have the same sensory impairment that can befall some Alzheimer's...
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Creative programme helps people with memory problems
LEAD IN:A US theatre artist, who created a programme to help adults with memory problems, has won a grant to expand her efforts.TimeSlips is a programme that encourages people with memory problems, such as Alzheimer's disease, to create...
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Eli Lilly CEO Ricks on Sales Forecast, Alzheimer's Drug
Aug.03 -- Eli Lilly Chairman and CEO David Ricks says the company's forecast takes into account the reduced Covid-related drug sales as the pandemic wanes and the renewed focus on their underlying business. He speaks on "Bloomberg...
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Family members are prerecording messages as part of a unique pilot program at the Hebrew Home in New York. The videos are trying to help victims of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia break through the morning fog of forgetfulness. (April 17)
SHOTLIST:AP TELEVISION - AP CLIENTS ONLYNew York - March 26, 20161. Mid 95-year-old Louise Irving in bed watching video. Upsound: audio of daughter Tamara Rusoff-Hoen singing2. Mid Irving in bed watching video 3. Tight video playing on...
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Families make videos to reassure patients with dementia
US DEMENTIA SOURCE: AP TELEVISIONRESTRICTIONS: HORIZONS CLIENTS AND AP LIFESTYLE, HEALTH AND TECHNOLOGY CLIENTS ONLYLENGTH: 4:56 SHOTLIST:New York, NY - March 26, 20161. Wide nurse bringing computer to 94-year-old Louise Irving2. Mid...
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Blood tests show promise in detecting Alzheimer's
THOMAS DOYLE RECITES THE MONTHS OF THE YEAR BACKWARD DURING AN EVALUATION OF HIS THINKING SKILLS.
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Maureen Reagan, Ronald Reagan's daughter's funeral
1. Midshot front pew at memorial, Senator John McCain second from left
2. Midshot Minister
3. Wide of Maureen Reagan's mother placing crucifix on casket
4. Wide of people seated at memorial service
5. Various still photos of Maureen...
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DV Alzheimer Art
HEADLINE: Paintings: A Rare Look Into an Alzheimer's Mind
CAPTION: About five million Americans currently suffer from Alzheimer's, a progressive condition that causes memory loss. Now, doctors and researchers are studying one man's world...
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Alzheimer's patients teach doctors-to-be about their disease
Medical students are being given a rare insight into the early onset of Alzheimer's in a new project pairing them with patients who have the disease.
The 'buddy' scheme in the US allows students to engage with the patients socially, so...
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VOICED : Poetry provides gateway to past for alzhe
VOICED : Poetry provides gateway to past for alzhe
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Clinic Falsely Told Dozens They Had Alzheimer’s
SHAWN BLAZSEK (BLAY'-zuhk) MAKES LUNCH FOR HIS SON.THE KIND OF EVERYDAY ACTIVITY THE TOLEDO RESIDENT THOUGHT HE MIGHT NOT GET TO DO FOR MUCH LONGER.SOUNDBITE: Shawn Blazsek, Memory Loss Patient:"She diagnosed me with early onset...