New research, published in the journal Nature Genetics, identifies new genetic risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease. It also uncovers novel biological mechanisms that may lead to this neurodegenerative condition. About 5.7 million people in the United States are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease. A recent report issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) predicts that by the year 2060, this number…
If I had known that every day I would lose a piece of Jason, a lot of our days might have been different. Maybe I would have not cared so much about the small stuff. Treasured each moment. Loved him more. But I just didn’t know. The first time I saw Jason, he was playing the guitar in the band…
A vaccine for Alzheimer’s disease could be trialed in humans within the next 3-5 years, after researchers from the United States and Australia have uncovered a formulation that they say successfully targets brain proteins that play a role in development and progression of the disease. Study co-author Prof. Nikolai Petrovsky, of Flinders University School of Medicine in Australia, and colleagues…
Do you know someone who has Alzheimer’s disease? If you don’t, it might only be a matter of time before you do. The Alzheimer’s Association estimates that approximately 5.4 million Americans have Alzheimer’s or another kind of dementia. Sooner or later, your path is likely to cross with someone battling dementia. Here are our top 10 pet peeves of what not to do to those with Alzheimer’s…
Wondering if you should be concerned about Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia? If you observe any of these 10 classic warning signs (as noted by the Alzheimer’s Association), you should contact your physician. Why? Two reasons: Those symptoms could be a sign of a condition that resembles dementia but could be potentially reversed if identified and treated. There are many benefits to early detection of dementia. 1.Memory…
Stage 1: No Cognitive Decline Stage 1 of dementia can also be classified as the normal functioning stage. At this stage of dementia development, a patient generally does not exhibit any significant problems with memory, or any cognitive impairment. Stages 1-3 of dementia progression are generally known as “pre-dementia” stages. Stage 2: Age Associated Memory Impairment This stage features occasional…
Understanding Why Alzheimer’s Causes Her to Call Out for a Parent Have you ever heard someone with dementia call out, “Mother? Mother, where are you?” Or, “Dad, come here!” Sometimes, this desire for a mother or father might simply be expressed as, “I want my mom. Help me!” Perhaps this describes your loved one, and you’re not sure how best…
Within a month of starting her job, Swedish-born Bavenhielm was withdrawing cash from her victim’s bank account and then paying it into h A carer who stole almost £22,000 from an elderly woman to fund her addiction to scratch cards has been jailed for 14 months. Anna Bavenhielm was employed full-time from March 2017 to look after 89-year-old Edwina Warburton-Gray at her…
Do you have a friend who is a caregiver for a loved one? Or, do you know someone whose professional job consists of taking care of others? Whether this role is paid or unpaid, life-encompassing or part-time, for a family member or a patient, there are some things better left unsaid. Good Intentions Most of our comments are meant to express our…
The terrible thing about dementia is that in its early stages, people are aware that their brain is changing. They often recognize the signs of memory loss, confusion and the inability to handle daily activities. It is a frightening time. The slight personality shift can dramatically change your approach to dementia care. It isn’t really an open-ended discussion because the…