Wicked Local Framingham | Social programs key for dementia patients Wicked Local Framingham As the population of Massachusetts residents living with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia continues to grow, the need for programs, such as the two offered at Framingham's Callahan Center and the growing dementia friendly communities initiative, ... |
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6 Treatable Conditions That Mimic Dementia – Newsmax
Newsmax | 6 Treatable Conditions That Mimic Dementia Newsmax The troublesome symptoms of dementia may actually be caused by an unrelated problem whose symptoms copycat Alzheimer's disease. Dr. Gary Small, a noted expert on Alzheimer's disease and co-author with Gigi Vorgan of the best-selling book, “The ... Forgetfulness: what's normal, what's not? |
New drug could slow or halt Alzheimer’s, says leader of clinical trials – The Age
The Age | New drug could slow or halt Alzheimer's, says leader of clinical trials The Age "The worst thing about dementia is that you progressively lose the person that you love," says Anne Tudor, and she knows it first hand. Her partner, Edie Mayhew, 65, was diagnosed six years ago with early onset Alzheimer's disease. The Ballarat couple ... |
Social programs key for dementia patients – Milford Daily News
Social programs key for dementia patients Milford Daily News Lisa Ushkurnis could feel the pain, sadness and isolation in the voices of countless senior citizens each time they discussed their spouse's, a friend's or their own battle with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. The pain of watching a loved one's ... |