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Alzheimer's disease: time to change the narrative ~ ~ ~ Dr. Domenico Pratico', MD, FCPP
The medical field has always struggled with inevitability because its primary mission is to prevent or delay death. This fact creates an internal tension and can impact and shape many aspects of medicine from diagnosis to therapeutic approaches. Historically, the struggle with inevitability found fertile ground within certain human diseases, some of which are now affecting an ever-growing number of individuals. The first example that comes to my mind relates to cardiovascular

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Oct 124 min read


Communication and Alzheimer's ~ Dr. Domenico Pratico', MD, FCPP
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that profoundly impacts the brain structure and function resulting in pathological cognitive decline and memory loss. Contrary to popular belief, Alzheimer's disease encompasses more than just memory loss. In fact, while memory impairment is a commonly recognized symptom, Alzheimer’s can manifest in various signs and symptoms that go beyond memory-related issues. Among them, diminishing communication skills is on

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Sep 104 min read


World Alzheimer’s Month: the more you know, the more you can ~~~~~ Dr. Domenico Pratico', MD, FCPP
It has been 14 years since September was for the first time declared as World Alzheimer’s Month, an initiative aimed at raising awareness and challenging the stigmas surrounding Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia worldwide and disseminate knowledge. The month-long celebration is characterized by a series of events designed to educate more people about the disease and its impact on patients and their families. It will culminate on September 21st, a day also known

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Aug 313 min read


Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month ~ Dr. Domenico Pratico', MD, FCPP
It was almost 40 years ago that for the first time June was designated as National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month. Over the years, the event grew bigger and expanded to become a global movement known as Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month. Since its official color is purple, so this month let’s all go “purple” to show our support. This month let’s all go “purple” to show our support. I believe that it is a wonderful occasion for all of us to showcase our relent

Dr. Domenico Pratico
May 313 min read
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