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Meryl and Richard Franco reminiscence by playing piano adjacent to one of Phyllis Franco’s magnificent bird diptychs // Photos by Howard Mendel
September 27, 2023, 3:36 pm
Chai Style Art: Franco’s Legacy Takes Flight
A visual exploration of Phyllis Franco shows her love of life, nature, ecology, and family.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
(From left) Georgia Gunter, geriatric care manager at JF&CS, and Deborah Zisholtz, director of Aviv Older Adult Services in The Netherlands.
May 11, 2023, 4:52 pm
JF&CS Aging Specialists Bring Netherlands’ Lessons
Deborah Zisholtz and Georgia Gunter traveled to The Netherlands to learn about the latest in caring for adults with dementia.
By Compiled by AJT staff
Drug research for Alzheimer’s disease is only now beginning to catch up with that for other major illnesses like cancer and heart disease.
January 11, 2023, 12:17 pm
New Alzheimer’s Drug Gets FDA Approval
The drug, Leqembi, has shown some success in treating those who are in the early development stage of the disease.
By Bob Bahr
A vintage bright red 1964 Ford Thunderbird catches the eye at Town Square.
November 16, 2022, 3:16 pm
Dementia and Alzheimer’s is Focus of New Senior Center
Town Square uses reminiscence therapy to slow progression of disease.
By Jan Jaben-Eilon
Stephanie Maya
August 11, 2022, 12:47 pm
Obituary: Stephanie Maya
Stephanie Maya, 54, died on July 20, after fighting chronic late-stage Lyme disease for 17 years.
The experimental use of the hallucinogenic drug is being explored in a wide range of conditions.
May 11, 2022, 2:38 pm
A Psychedelic Head Trip May Be in Your Medical Future
Medical researchers are seriously exploring the use of psychedelic mushrooms for a wide range of physical and mental ailments.
By Bob Bahr
July 28, 2021, 5:07 pm
Obituary: Marvin Allen Rachelefsky
Dr. Marvin Allen Rachelefsky, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle passed away July 24, 2021, age of 72 after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
July 28, 2021, 5:06 pm
Obituary: Alexander Everett Rudnitsky
Alexander Everett Rudnitsky, 90, of Alpharetta, aka Al Rudy and lovingly known as “Big Al,” “Big Pop,” and “Rudy,” passed away peacefully July 10, 2021.
July 14, 2021, 3:05 pm
Controversial New Alzheimer’s Drug Approved
Aduhelm is the first Alzheimer’s medication to slow the disease, but how the FDA approved the drug and its cost are the target of newly announced congressional hearings
By Bob Bahr
April 20, 2021, 12:03 pm
Obituary: Carolyn Goldstein Brody
Carolyn (Goldstein) Brody, 88, of Peachtree Corners, passed away peacefully due to complications related to Alzheimer’s disease with family at her side.
February 11, 2021, 11:22 am
Obituary: Carole Gloria Katz
Carole Gloria Katz, age 79, of Atlanta, died peacefully Jan. 18, 2021, following a seven-year battle with Alzheimer’s.
January 27, 2021, 1:04 pm
Obituary: Myron David Wolf
Myron David Wolf (Marty to almost everyone he knew and loved), age 82, passed away Jan. 17, 2021, due to conditions caused by Alzheimer’s disease.
New Alzheimer's documentary highlights the need for volunteers for clinical drug trials.
April 24, 2019, 12:34 pm
Alzheimer’s Documentary Spotlights New Research
“Turning Point,” a new documentary, is generating interest in the importance of clinical trials in drug research.
By Bob Bahr
Participants in JF&CS’s Brain Health Bootcamp enjoy mind and movement exercises led by art and yoga therapist Ling Olaes.
April 24, 2019, 12:30 pm
Dealing with Early Memory Loss and Diagnosis
Almost everyone over a certain age becomes concerned about memory lapses or loss. How do you know when forgetfulness is a sign to get help?
By Chantal Spector
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