BrightFocus Foundation

06/05/2026

� Consistent eating habits add up for brain and eye health.

This make-ahead breakfast includes whole grains for steady energy, chia seeds for omega-3 fatty acids, and probiotic-rich Greek yogurt. It's topped with mango, delivering vitamin C and antioxidants that help fight oxidative stress linked to aging.

� Overnight Oats:

• ½ cup rolled oats
• ½ cup 1% milk
• 1½ cups non-fat Greek yogurt
• 1½ tbsp chia seeds
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• 1 mango, diced

Get the full recipe here: https://bit.ly/4s9gh5G

06/04/2026

We’re excited to share a new way to get the latest expert information in Alzheimer’s research, treatments, and risk reduction—on the go!

🎧 Let's Talk Alzheimer's is our new podcast that makes the latest science easier to understand, bringing you conversations with leading researchers and clinicians working to improve diagnosis, treatment, risk reduction, and care.

The first three episodes drop on Thursday, June 11, with new episodes available bimonthly.

Watch the trailer and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Music, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4g1c15S

06/01/2026

📺 Not all TV is created equal, especially for someone living with Alzheimer's disease.

Research suggests that slower-paced, music-set content can reduce agitation, build routine, and even open up conversation.

Hear from Zinnia TV co-founder Allyson Schrier on what makes therapeutic TV different.

Watch the full episode: https://bit.ly/4u5Gy5O

05/27/2026

Get organized by making a plan that reflects your wishes to protect the people you love and support Alzheimer’s Disease Research, Macular Degeneration Research, and National Glaucoma Research.

Create or update your will with our trusted partner, FreeWill in just 20 minutes at no cost: https://frwill.link/4bZ8oK3

05/26/2026

Have you ever considered participating in a clinical trial for macular degeneration or geographic atrophy?

Join us tomorrow, May 27, as Mathew MacCumber, MD, PhD, breaks down how trials work, the potential benefits and challenges of participation, and what studies like the GALLOP trial could mean for the future of vision health.

Listen live:

The Future of AMD & GA: How Clinical Trials Are Paving the Way

05/21/2026

💤 For years, troubled sleep was seen as a symptom of Alzheimer’s disease. New research suggests it could also be a cause.

A new study led by BrightFocus Alzheimer’s Disease Research grant recipient, Ksenia Kastanenka found that restoring healthy sleep in animal models could offer a possible new approach to slowing Alzheimer’s.

Explore the research: https://bit.ly/3RnV37x

05/18/2026

What does gum disease have to do with Alzheimer's? More than you might think.

Dr. Michael Detke breaks down the science behind the SPRING trial — a new clinical trial investigating whether targeting a common oral bacteria could slow Alzheimer's progression.

Full episode at: https://bit.ly/4ePWci2

05/16/2026

"We are so much better at paying attention to milder, earlier, more subtle changes… at the time where people are still doing fairly well." — Dr. Sharon Cohen, Behavioral Neurologist

If you've been noticing small changes in yourself or someone you love, this is worth watching. Dr. Cohen breaks down the early signs of Alzheimer's, what can mimic it, and how to start the conversation with your doctor.

Full episode → BrightFocus.org/ADZoom

05/15/2026

May is , and your eyes will thank you for this dish.

Kale, tomatoes, and eggs are all packed with lutein, lycopene, and nutrients linked to eye health. Together in one pan, they make a convincing case that healthy eating doesn't have to be boring.

It's simple, savory, and on the table in under 30 minutes.

For the full recipe, visit: https://bit.ly/4dorWrU

05/14/2026

Living with wet AMD can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate it alone.

In our latest Macular Chat, Dr. Manuel Amador walks through today's treatment options, early detection tips, risk factors, and why staying on schedule could make all the difference for your vision.

Listen to the full episode --> https://bit.ly/4uRNgxq