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Young-Onset Dementia Tied to New Risk Factors~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
In most cases, Alzheimer’s disease develops after 65 and is considered the result of multiple factors that, by interacting over time,...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Jun 17, 20243 min read
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What is Huntington’s disease?~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
Huntington's disease (HD) is an inherited genetic disorder that causes nerve cells to gradually die, primarily in areas of the brain that...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Jun 10, 20242 min read
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On World Environment Day 2024, Why We All Should Adopt an Olive Tree~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
During a recent trip to Lesvos Island in Greece to attend an exciting meeting on Olive Oil and Health, thanks to Fotini and Antonis...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Jun 5, 20242 min read
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June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
This June, let’s all go purple because this month is dedicated to Alzheimer’s and Brain Health Awareness, and purple is the official...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Jun 3, 20242 min read
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What is Memory Loss?~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
Memory loss, also known as amnesia, is a broad term typically used for any issue regarding forming, storing, or recalling memories. More...

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May 21, 20243 min read
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What artificial intelligence can do for Alzheimer’s disease?~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
Alzheimer’s disease is a chronic neurodegenerative disorder with a tremendous socio-economic impact worldwide. The past decade has...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
May 13, 20243 min read
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THE SENSORY DIET~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
The human brain is the master regulator in charge of receiving, interpreting, and responding to various sensory input from the...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
May 6, 20242 min read
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What Is Prion Protein? ~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
Prion protein (PrP) is a protein expressed in various organs and tissues throughout our body, but it is found in great abundance in the...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Apr 29, 20242 min read
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Should we talk about Alzheimer’s disease with children?~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
Having an honest and open conversation about Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias with children is a very important and timely topic...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Apr 15, 20243 min read
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What is hydrocephalus? ~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
Hydrocephalus is a clinical condition caused by an abnormal accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid inside the ventricles, cavities that we...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Apr 8, 20242 min read
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The beautiful power of perseverance ~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
One of the most frequent comments I've heard throughout my career as a physician and researcher in healthy aging is that as people age,...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Apr 1, 20242 min read
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Alzheimer's disease facts: 2024~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
The Alzheimer's Association recently released the 2024 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures. Overall, the report unveils the tremendous...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Mar 25, 20242 min read
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GARDENING AND DEMENTIA~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
Engaging in gardening, whether tending to flowers, vegetables, or herbs, yields benefits beyond the mere cultivation of plants. For many,...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Mar 11, 20242 min read
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Why (Hitting the Book) Reading is an Excellent Choice for Brain Health~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
There is no doubt that reading a good book is a rewarding experience, not only for avid readers but also for casual ones. For some,...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Mar 4, 20242 min read
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WHAT IS FRAILTY?~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
Frailty is a medical condition typical of the elderly (>70 years old), characterized by a reduction in the normal functions of the body...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Feb 26, 20243 min read
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The Stigma of Alzheimer’s disease?~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
As we continue our journey in search of a cure for Alzheimer’s disease, I want to extend my admiration to the courageous individuals and...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Feb 5, 20243 min read
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Driving and Alzheimer's Disease ~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
Difficult questions often lack easy answers. Driving and dementia present one such challenging query. The reality is that as Alzheimer's...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Jan 22, 20242 min read
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The vascular contribution to Alzheimer’s disease ~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
Today there is consensus that Alzheimer’s disease is a complex condition resulting from a variety of factors and characterized by...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Jan 8, 20242 min read
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Welcoming the New Year with Healthy Habits!~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
At the onset of a new year, it's a common practice for many of us to formulate resolutions, driven by sincere intentions to uphold them....

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Jan 3, 20242 min read
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What is Frontotemporal dementia? ~ Domenico Pratico
Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) is not a singular ailment but rather a constellation of conditions stemming from the gradual degeneration...

Dr. Domenico Pratico
Dec 26, 20232 min read
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