Dr. Jon LaPook talks about the latest developments in the fight against Alzheimer’s
Jessica Moore talks with Dr. Jon LaPook, who reports on promising new treatments and possible early detection for Alzheimer’s disease.
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Jessica Moore talks with Dr. Jon LaPook, who reports on promising new treatments and possible early detection for Alzheimer’s disease.
More seniors are living safely in their homes instead of going to assisted living facilities. The practice is known as aging in place.
Caregiving is a tough job that affects everyone, regardless of their celebrity or financial status. That's why some big names are using their platforms to help others who are going through the same thing.
An experimental Alzheimer's treatment from Boston researchers may be able to treat both dementia and depression symptoms.
CBS News New York takes a look at what's being done to help New Yorkers living with the disease, and those who are caring for them.
According to the Alzheimer's Association, nearly 7 million Americans age 65 and older are already living with Alzheimer's and dementia. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Cissy Houston performed alongside superstar musicians like Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin.
FDA approval of the new Alzheimer's treatment, which will be branded as Kisunla, follows years of setbacks.
The number of people with Alzheimer's doubles every five years for people over the age of 65. Kristin Davie and Eric Rivera spoke with CBS New York's John Elliott and Cindy Hsu about the struggle of supporting loved ones who have the disease.
This National Caregivers Day, we hear from the CEO of Caring Kind for some tips for caregiving and burnout.
Those looking after loved ones with Alzheimer's disease or dementia can be uncertain about how to best provide support. We hear from New York's leading expert for some advice.
Harrelson was one of the most popular players in team history. His death follows a long battle with Alzheimer's disease.
Wednesday marks the start of Alzheimer's Awareness Month, so we're taking a look at the latest efforts to treat the disease, as well as warning signs to be aware of.
Wednesday marks the start of Alzheimer's Awareness Month, so we're taking a look at the latest efforts to treat the disease, as well as warning signs to be aware of.
"I was so sad. I couldn't sleep. I felt dead," she said. "And then I spent a lot of time with Tony. He wanted nothing but my friendship and my voice."
A new report names the Bronx as one of the most common places for seniors to have Alzheimer's.
Leqembi is not a cure, but it is the first drug shown to slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease. It first received an accelerated approval from the FDA earlier this year.
The FDA has given full approval to a landmark drug to treat Alzheimer's disease. This clears the way for Medicare and other insurance plans to begin covering the treatment. Bradley Blackburn reports for CBS New York. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/46E3fUj
Alzheimer's can strike quickly. Two years ago, Sandra Dozier was Professor Dozier, teaching multiple classes.
Respite Care Relief Park in East Meadow affords families a place to decompress and deal with their loved ones' dementia-related issues. CBS2's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Shares of the pharmaceutical company jumped almost 5% after announcing promising results for donanemab.
The Alzheimer's Foundation has teamed up with the medical staff of Mt. Sinai South Nassau to encourage brain health.
It's estimated seven million Americans are living with dementia, and the disease recently made headlines because of actor Bruce Willis's diagnosis.
Jeff Ray painted the roof of his home purple, hoping passengers in planes will see and become inspired.
Despite working at the pile on 9/11, he says nothing prepared him for the personal tragedy of Alzheimer's, CBS2's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Jalen Brunson scored 33 points, including a 3-pointer that capped the Knicks' opening 23-point run, and New York beat the Jazz 146-112 on Friday.
Akira Schmid got a shutout against his former team, and the Golden Knights beat the Devils 3-0 on Friday night.
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine has been sentenced to three more months in prison for violating his supervised release terms in a New York gang case.
The destruction of homeless encampments across New York City, a hallmark policy of Mayor Eric Adams' administration, will be halted by Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani.
A man is now in custody in Florida in connection to the 1997 murder of Tanya Denise Jackson on Long Island.
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine has been sentenced to three more months in prison for violating his supervised release terms in a New York gang case.
The destruction of homeless encampments across New York City, a hallmark policy of Mayor Eric Adams' administration, will be halted by Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani.
A man is now in custody in Florida in connection to the 1997 murder of Tanya Denise Jackson on Long Island.
A Peekskill police officer is under investigation after video shows him kicking and cursing at a suspect on the ground.
A New York City woman was unlawfully held by ICE for nearly two weeks after being detained at LaGuardia Airport before Thanksgiving, a judge ruled.
If you're heading out, brace yourself — it's the coldest day of the season so far.
CBS News New York has learned Jed Parkington, who died by suicide during a standoff with law enforcement on Tuesday, was fascinated with Nazi Germany.
"Driven Into Debt," CBS News New York's latest investigative series, has uncovered a simple truth -- unpaid tolls can quietly spiral into crushing debt.
First Alert Weather Days have been declared in the NYC area as the arctic chill could bring record low temperatures.
A decomposed body and pipe bombs were found inside a Stamford, Connecticut, home after a shootout between the homeowner and police officers Tuesday, officials say.
An apartment building fire in Jersey City, New Jersey, displaced about 30 people Friday, sending them out into frigid temperatures.
A judge ruled Menendez, the former U.S. Senator, is no longer eligible for public employment after a bribery conviction.
If you're heading out, brace yourself — it's the coldest day of the season so far.
"Driven Into Debt," CBS News New York's latest investigative series, has uncovered a simple truth -- unpaid tolls can quietly spiral into crushing debt.
First Alert Weather Days have been declared in the NYC area as the arctic chill could bring record low temperatures.
A man is now in custody in Florida in connection to the 1997 murder of Tanya Denise Jackson on Long Island.
Nassau County Police charged Vito D'Ambrosio, of Seaford, with murdering his parents at A&A Italian Deli and Pizza in Bethpage.
If you're heading out, brace yourself — it's the coldest day of the season so far.
"Driven Into Debt," CBS News New York's latest investigative series, has uncovered a simple truth -- unpaid tolls can quietly spiral into crushing debt.
Two people were killed in a stabbing in Bethpage on Long Island, Nassau County police said.
A judge ruled Menendez, the former U.S. Senator, is no longer eligible for public employment after a bribery conviction.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's transition fundraising effort is paying off.
The principal of a Brooklyn middle school created controversy this week by turning down the opportunity to have a Holocaust survivor speak to students.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued executive orders Thursday designed to protect Israel and appeal to the Jewish community.
Federal prosecutors on Thursday presented an indictment of New York Attorney General Letitia James to a grand jury in Norfolk, Virginia.
In New York alone, there have already been more than 17,000 flu cases and nearly 1,000 hospitalizations, and doctors anticipate it's only going to get worse as more people gather for the holidays.
Colette Smith of the Bronx was diagnosed with lung cancer, despite never smoking. Her survival story is central to her push for early detection.
Some New Yorkers want the mayor-elect to appoint a new "rat czar" when he takes office after an uptick in rat sightings.
Gio's Law would establish a $25 million grant program to equip law enforcement nationwide with EpiPens and train officers how to use them.
A blood drive was held in Harlem on Wednesday as the New York Blood Center reports a dip in its blood supply.
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine has been sentenced to three more months in prison for violating his supervised release terms in a New York gang case.
Frank Gehry was known for designing the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles.
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
Stoppard was often hailed as the greatest British playwright of his generation.
The Brooklyn Nutcracker returns to Downtown Brooklyn with diverse cultural influences, community outreach, and a fresh take on Tchaikovsky's iconic score.
Jalen Brunson scored 33 points, including a 3-pointer that capped the Knicks' opening 23-point run, and New York beat the Jazz 146-112 on Friday.
Akira Schmid got a shutout against his former team, and the Golden Knights beat the Devils 3-0 on Friday night.
The 2026 Men's World Cup will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico next summer.
The New York Rangers won for the league-leading 12th time on the road, beating the Ottawa Senators 4-2 on Thursday night.
The New York Islanders defeated the NHL-leading Colorado Avalanche 6-3 on Thursday night.
Neighbors in Brooklyn's Victorian Flatbush are expressing frustration after the city designated only part of their area as a historic district.
Brooklyn's Prospect Park is getting financing for a long-term project to battle the impacts of climate change, city leaders say.
The Brooklyn Conservatory of Music plans a 12,000-square-foot campus at One Prospect Park West, aiming to serve thousands more with music therapy and education programs.
Some residents at NYCHA's Eastchester Gardens in the Bronx say they've been shivering on and off all week.
The Brooklyn Nutcracker returns to Downtown Brooklyn with diverse cultural influences, community outreach, and a fresh take on Tchaikovsky's iconic score.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for December 5 at 11 p.m.
Christmas tree lightings were held in Ridgewood, New Jersey, and the Bronx, New York, on Friday.
President Trump is praising the Federal Vaccine Advisory Committee's move to break away from Hepatitis B vaccine guidance that's been in place for over 30 years. Friday night, he signed a memorandum to fast track a comprehensive evaluation of the vaccine schedules. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo has the latest.
A fire broke out inside a Midtown restaurant Friday evening.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani said he will end the Adams administration's practice of removing homeless encampments from city sidewalks, but critics argue it will be a step backwards for the city's quality of life. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports.
