One in six people over the age of 60 experienced some type of elder abuse last year. With the aging population expected to double by 2050, even more people will be at risk. Is your loved one safe in the hospital, nursing home, or assisted living center? It’s hard to be sure if you don’t know […]
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Dementia Progression: What to Expect from Diagnosis to End Stage Dementia
Nearly 50 million people in the world currently have dementia. Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most common–and the most well-known–forms of dementia. But your loved one does not have to contract Alzheimer’s disease in order to experience dementia. Dementia can have profound emotional and psychological impact on everyone involved. Understanding dementia progression can help you […]
Latest Alzheimer’s News: A Roundup of Promising Treatments for Alzheimer’s and Dementia
“I don’t have children.” Your dad says when you tell him who you are. There’s nothing more heartbreaking than seeing someone you love deteriorate from the inside. That’s what it’s like living with people who have Alzheimer’s. And treatments can help, but they’re just putting off the inevitable decline. Thankfully, researchers are working around the […]
Medications in the Treatment of Alzheimer’s: What You Need to Know
A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s can be both devastating and overwhelming for both the patient and their family. Doctors may prescribe different drugs to slow the progression or manage the effects of the disease. It’s helpful to know and understand the medications indicated for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. Around 5.7 million Americans live with Alzheimer’s. That number is expected […]
Exercise Could Be the Key to Alzheimer’s Prevention
Alzheimer’s disease currently affects over 5 million Americans, which is why it’s never been more vital to incorporate Alzheimer’s prevention methods into your daily routine. Read on to learn more about the role of diet and exercise in Alzheimers preventions, and which actions you can start taking today. What is Alzheimer’s Before diving into the […]
Fighting with Help: Best Supplements for Attacking Dementia
Every three seconds, someone in the world develops dementia. By 2030, it is estimated that more than 75 million people will suffer from this debilitating disease. Dementia doesn’t only affect the person who suffers from it, but everyone they know, as it slowly robs their mind of all memories, leaving them confused, anxious and frustrated. […]
