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Glad that the topic of “co-pathology” is starting to reach lay publications. Brain Support Network helps families with brain donation. We don’t often see neuropathology reports where there’s only one pathology listed! For example, Lewy body dementia commonly co-occurs with Alzheimer’s pathology.
Exercise plays a crucial role in supporting individuals living with LBD, by promoting muscle strength and improving balance, which may reduce the risk of falls. Exercise is also linked to improved mood and emotional well-being by boosting serotonin levels, helping to lessen common LBD symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and apathy.
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Some of the earliest signs of dementia can show up in your financial portfolio. Missed bill payments and erratic investments could be indicators, and they can happen years before an official diagnosis.
In this episode, The Indicator digs into the connection between finances and de...
Through their Impact Program, ElevenLabs has partnered with Mission MSA to offer complimentary subscriptions to people diagnosed with Multiple System Atrophy (MSA). These free subscriptions provide access to Professional Voice Cloning technology, allowing users to create a realistic model of their own voice for converting text into speech.
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“Diagnosis is difficult, and many cases are missed in everyday practice”
We agree that Dementia with Lewy Bodies is under-diagnosed. It is not a rare disorder. As Michael Okun notes, awareness can aid in diagnosis. Paradoxically, our involvement in over 1500 brain donations has taught us that DLB is over-diagnos...