Adam’s Journal Here’s a question from a reader: Does Prevagen truly help memory retention, or is this just hype? Sue Bozeman Oklahoma City Dr. Scofield Prescribes I’m probably the perfect demographic, but it seems like Prevagen ads come on every time I turn on the TV. Maybe you’ve seen the commercials, too: “After taking Prevagen, […]
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OMRF receives Alzheimer’s grant
Study will explore interplay between proteins in the brain
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Bodywork: The financial toll of cognitive decline
Each week, OMRF Chief Medical Officer Dr. Judith James opens “Adam’s Journal” to answer a medical question from Adam Cohen, OMRF’s senior vice president & general counsel. Adam’s Journal I visited my mother this past week, and on the heels of her 88th birthday, she remains her usual joyful, sunny self. However, she’s showing some […]
Bodywork: Aging and the risk for dementia
Adam’s Journal Here’s a question from a reader: Dear Adam, Now in my 80s, I find myself paying more attention to aging and health issues, especially reducing dementia risks. I am aware that if nothing else gets me first, dementia is inevitable. I hope the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation keeps dementia research on the forefront. Niles […]
Bodywork: Deciding when to undergo Alzheimer’s testing
A friend has a parent who lives with Alzheimer’s disease. Because of her family history, she has been offered a blood test to assess her own risk for Alzheimer’s. How accurate are these types of tests – and how useful are they?
