Has a path to a cure for Alzheimer's been found? Has a path to a cure for Alzheimer's been found? Alzheimer's disease is a modern-day scourge that accounts for 60 to 70 percent of the cases of dementia worldwide. In this neurodegenerative disease, brain cells and the connections between them are damaged, which causes loss of memory and cognitive impairment in general. According to the Alzheimer's Association, one person in the [...]
Lack of Sleep and Alzheimer's Nearly six million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer's, and this number is expected to be close to 14 million by the year 2050. This disease takes a huge toll, both emotionally and financially, on sufferers and their loved ones. Extensive research has been going on for decades to help us better understand the causes of Alzheimer's and to try to come up with a [...]
The Role of Stress and the Risk of Alzheimer's Few of us are not frightened when contemplating the prospect of getting Alzheimer's disease later in our lives. It currently affects nearly six million Americans, and this number is only expected to go up. Given the seriousness of this disease, it can be helpful to examine some risk factors in order to lower your chances of being inflicted with it in your [...]
Exercise can possibly help fight Alzheimer's from developing sooner Exercise can possibly help fight Alzheimer's from developing sooner The health benefits of regular exercise are frequently touted for preventing or combating numerous conditions and illnesses. Regular workouts have long been known to be beneficial for the cardiovascular system since nearly any form of aerobic training utilizes this system extensively. One of the most common uses of regular exercise is fighting weight [...]
Walking during the winter is an excellent form of exercise and it can be a little easier than starting a walking program in summer.
One of the things family caregivers often do for their aging relatives is accompany them to medical appointments. While a caregiver’s job may be to help the older adult to remain healthy, their role in the doctor’s office can sometimes be confusing and lead to conflict.
Communicating with an older adult who has dementia is no easy task. Dementia affects their memory, ability to think, personality, and their ability to speak. All of these things can make communication extremely difficult, both for the older adult and for caregivers
Most people are familiar with mononucleosis as “mono” or “the kissing disease.” It’s a condition that usually passes from person to person through saliva. It’s most often associated with adolescents, but people of any age can get it. Older adults who get mono are more likely to develop liver problems than are people of other age groups.
As the winter weather rolls in, being able to maintain safety while driving in these conditions is an essential part to fulfilling all needs and taking care of your family while preserving your safety and the safety of others. It is important to remember that there are considerations during winter weather that are different from warmer weather driving, and following these considerations must be done to avoid potentially devastating at consequences.
As a family caregiver, however, it is important that you don't overlook important needs while you are getting ready for the holidays, including the need to keep your parent's home safe and secure while you are away.
