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Dementia - Telltale Indicators

By Steven E. Reznick, Vaccine In Development For The Prevention Of abnormalities or edema were reported in the mild to
M.D., FACP Alzheimer’s Disease moderate Alzheimer’s patients observed.”
In the United States, 11 Vaxxinity has been testing an immunotherapeutic In view of the early success shown the FDA has granted
percent of adults 65 years of vaccine candidate that targets aggregated amyloid beta this drug Fast Track designation to speed its development
age, and 33 percent over 80 in the brain considered to be toxic and contribute to and production. The development of a medication that
years old, are diagnosed with the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. The topic was slows down and/or prevents the development of this fatal
dementia. My generation discussed in the online journal MPR early in May. progressive neurological disorder would be a major step
of Baby Boomers likes to The vaccine, known as UB-311, has been in human forward in the battle against this relentless illness.
pretend that today’s “80” is clinical trials for three years now. Volunteers have Dr. Reznick is board certified in internal medicine, with
like yesterday’s 55 years old received repeated doses of the vaccine with adverse added qualifications in geriatrics, and has been voted a
but it simply is not true. effects no worse than in the placebo group in the trial. “Best Doc” by his peers. To schedule a complimentary
To combat dementia The manufacturer in the main study ClinicalTrials. meeting with Dr. Reznick to discuss his personalized care
researchers are looking at numerous causes to try and reduce gov Identifier: NCT025518009 showed that a “robust concierge practice, call (561) 368-0191 or visit www.
the number of future patients. An interesting article looked and durable anti-amyloid beta antibody response was BocaConciergeDoc.com.
at the resting heart rate of senior citizens. Those who had a elicited in their patients while no amyloid related imaging
resting heart rate over 80 beats per minute were statistically
more likely to develop dementia. Bocaire Hosts Charity Event
At the same time, the same research group was looking
at resting heart rate another research group was looking at
inflammatory markers that can be detected with a blood To Support Stand Down House,
draw and be prognostic. They found an association between
having a low HDL level and elevated triglyceride level and
an increased risk of developing cognitive impairment. This Organization That Provides Critical
was especially true in individuals with Type II diabetes
mellitus.
Researchers are looking for genetic markers that would Services For Veterans
hint at an increased risk of dementia. Others are trying to
develop medications that will stop or interrupt the process
and prevent or limit the disease. By Heide O’Connell and Alex Fisher, Stand Down House offers a short-term assistance program
In the meantime, we are left with trying to live a healthy Cochairs of the Charity Committee with a focus on recovery, so that our veterans can transition
lifestyle starting at an early age. Being active, avoiding Bocaire Country Club and its members are always to a stable future. Stand Down House has provided over
smoking, avoiding excessive alcohol and keeping our looking for ways to support our communities. With in- 11,000 sheltered nights since its opening.
weight and blood pressure under control will still be our best season golf coming to a close, Bocaire decided to host “We are thankful to all of our wonderful and generous
defense. Starting at any age helps but developing healthy a golf outing event in late April where a portion of the members for their support of this and other charitable
living habits as a young adult seems to be the best choice. proceeds would benefit Stand Down House, an organization organizations throughout the year,” noted Maggie Green,
that opened its doors in May 2000 to provide emergency/ general manager of Bocaire. Dr. Casimiro Crockett, deputy
transitional housing and supportive services for veterans director of Stand Down House, stated, “This donation comes
Ten Families To Receive $100 Publix Gift Cards struggling with addictions, mental illness, PTSD, traumatic at a crucial time for the Stand Down program. Words are not
from page 5 brain injuries and physical limitations. enough to convey our gratitude to the Bocaire Country Club.”

“Some aim to pay it forward, and others are determined
to finish their training programs stronger than before,”
Chin Cheong said. “One job training student had tears
in his eyes as he took a step back from receiving his gift
card and said, ‘You guys have helped me so much already.
What have I done to deserve more?’”
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a food drive and download a list of most needed items,
visit BocaHelpingHands.org/FoodDrives.
About Boca Helping Hands
Boca Helping Hands (BHH) is a community-based
nonprofit that provides food, medical and financial
assistance to meet basic human needs as well as
education, job training and guidance to create self-
sufficiency. Through its various programs, BHH assists
over 27,000 people annually.
In 2021, BHH distributed more than 70,000 pantry
bags from five Palm Beach County locations and served
nearly 80,000 hot meals. The organization expands access
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for careers in the health care, information technology,
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