Experimental drug shows promise for some Alzheimer’s patients
There is some encouraging news about an experimental drug used to slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.
Alzheimer’s
November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is encouraging individuals to learn more about Alzheimer’s and find ways to show support for those who have the disease.
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is encouraging individuals to learn more about Alzheimer’s and find ways to show support for those who have the disease.
Health study research shows picking nose increases chance of Alzheimers
A new study suggests picking your nose could increase your risk of dementia and Alzheimer's.
A new study suggests picking your nose could increase your risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s.
SC woman battling early onset Alzheimer’s raises thousands of dollars for Columbia event
Missy Callahan was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer’s in March of 2019. She has since had to quit her job in finance because of the disease.
Septemeber 21 is World Alzheimer’s Day
The day is used to raise awareness about the disease and it's impact on not only the patient but also their family, friends and caregivers.
The day is used to raise awareness about the disease and it’s impact on not only the patient but also their family, friends and caregivers.
September is World Alzheimer’s Month
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than six million Americans are living with the disease.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than six million Americans are living with the disease.
Local Living: Columbia Animal Shelter offering free adoptions, Ride to End Alzheimer’s this weekend and more!
Local Living: Columbia Animal Shelter offering free adoptions, Ride to End Alzheimer’s this weekend and more!
State leaders join members of the Alzheimer’s Association in honor of Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month
Today, Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette and other state leaders joined the Alzheimer’s Association at the State House to honor families with a loved one in cognitive decline.
SC Alzheimer’s Registry Report results revealed at the State House
At the State House Wednesday, the Department of Aging and the University of South Carolina Office of the Study of Aging say more than 111,000 South Carolinians are living with dementia. The latest South Carolina Alzheimer’s Registry Report released Wednesday shows, as of 2021, 62% of those are women.
LIVING WITH ALZHEIMER’S: Association members visit statehouse to advocate for cause
“I used to work. I used to drive. I used to cook. I could cook in my own home by myself,” said Missy Callahan, Midlands women who lives with Alzheimer’s.
