FDA Approves First Drug to Be Used as Tool for Diagnosing Alzheimer’s
Butler Hospital was one of 27 sites across the U.S. to study the drug flortaucipir through a partnership between its Memory and Aging Program and Rhode Island Hospital.
The Heartbreaking, Hopeful Story Behind Siena Restaurant’s Caesar Salad
Siena Restaurants co-owner Chef Anthony Tarro shares why his father’s experience with Alzheimer’s disease, and how he and his family continue to fight back against the disease in his name, even after his passing.
Study Points to Possible New Tool for Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s
There may soon be a new tool available to more firmly diagnose Alzheimer’s disease, according to the results of a study recently published in JAMA Neurology and conducted in part at the Memory and Aging Program at Butler Hospital.
Meet Susan Sullivan: A Lifelong Alzheimer’s Caregiver Volunteering to Help End the Disease
Susan Sullivan approaches her volunteer work for the Memory and Aging Program at Butler Hospital from a unique perspective: she’s been a caregiver to those with Alzheimer’s for nearly 50 years.
Time to Change Attitudes on Alzheimer’s – Neurologist with the Disease Explains Why
Dr. Daniel Gibbs is on a mission to change attitudes on Alzheimer’s after 13 years living with the disease himself. Here’s the important reason why…
The Memory and Aging Program at Butler Hospital is a world-wide leader in the fight against Alzheimer's. We are dedicated to developing breakthrough treatments for Alzheimer's disease through cutting-edge research into early detection and treatment.
Our research and future breakthroughs depend on the participation of people with normal memory who may be at risk for dementia and those who are already experiencing memory loss, as well as the support of committed community partners, supporters and volunteers.
Can Healthy Lifestyle Reduce Risk for Cognitive Decline?
Can healthy lifestyle changes help to protect memory and thinking in aging adults who are at risk? We’re looking for people ages 60 – 79 to participate in the U.S. POINTER study to find out.
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Time to Change Attitudes on Alzheimer’s – Neurologist with the Disease Explains Why
After spending 25 years caring for Alzheimer’s patients Dr. Daniel Gibbs developed the disease himself. He’s now been living with it for at least 13 years, and he’s on a mission to spread an important message.
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