Dementia is often thought of as a condition that affects older adults, but it can also occur in younger individuals. Early onset dementia, which is diagnosed before the age of 65, presents unique challenges and demands increased awareness, from understanding its causes and risk factors to finding ways we can reduce the likelihood of developing …
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The holidays are a time for togetherness and joy. But for individuals living with dementia and their families, it can also come with unique challenges. Managing the expectations of family gatherings, maintaining routines, and navigating emotional or behavioral changes require thoughtful planning. Here are strategies curated by the Isaac Health team on how to make …
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Isaac Health is honored to join the Alzheimer’s Association Dementia Care Navigation Roundtable (AADCNR), an initiative dedicated to improving the lives of individuals living with Alzheimer’s and related dementias (ADRD) through coordinated care models. The Roundtable convenes health systems, payers, clinicians, and researchers to establish consistent, equitable processes for dementia care navigation, ensuring comprehensive support …
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New York, NY, December 4, 2024 – Isaac Health has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Telehealth Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a health care organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care at the highest standards. …
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For families in Montana affected by Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD), finding specialized care can be challenging — especially in rural areas. Montana is classified as a “dementia neurology desert,” meaning it is projected to have fewer than 10 neurologists available for every 10,000 people with dementia in 2025. Today, approximately 21,000 Montanans over …
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New York, NY, October 15, 2024 — Isaac Health, a leading national provider of brain health and dementia care, is proud to announce its expansion into California, Michigan, Montana, Ohio, and South Carolina. This expansion significantly broadens Isaac Health’s reach and ensures that individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD) have access to …
At Isaac Health, we’re continually evolving to meet the unique needs of people living with dementia, as well as their caregivers. As part of this mission, we’re excited to announce that we are now offering psychiatric and other behavioral health services under the flagship Isaac Health brain health program. These services are designed to support …
Reviewed by Joel Salinas, MD Recent research presented at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference has taken a closer look at how processed red meat can impact your brain health. According to a new study led by Yuhan Li, a research assistant in the Channing Division of Network Medicine at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, …
Reviewed by Joel Salinas, MD Last week, researchers published study results of a new blood test, finding a 91% diagnostic accuracy in detecting Alzheimer’s disease. The study included 1,213 patients in Sweden who were undergoing cognitive evaluation for mild symptoms of dementia. The new blood test measured each of their levels of plasma phosphorylated tau …
Reviewed by Joel Salinas, MD A new study published in Neurology found that people with high levels of body fat, especially in the belly or arms, have a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.1 Why is this the case, and what can be done to reduce one’s risk for dementia? Overview …
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