New support network for people suffering with dementia in Blaenau Gwent – WalesOnline


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New support network for people suffering with dementia in Blaenau Gwent
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A new project supporting people who suffer with dementia has been launched in Blaenau Gwent. The Challenge Project combines the specialist knowledge and expertise of two organisations – the Hospice of the Valleys and Alzheimer's Society. It will work …

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Coast Lines, Aug. 4, 2014: Alzheimer’s Association hosts talk on dementia – Santa Cruz Sentinel

Coast Lines, Aug. 4, 2014: Alzheimer's Association hosts talk on dementia
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The local chapter of the Alzheimer's Association will host "Conversations about Dementia" 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Live Oak Senior Center Annex, 1777-A Capitola Road. This program will offer tips for families on difficult conversations

Health Column: Understanding Alzheimer’s dementia – Glenwood Springs Post Independent

Health Column: Understanding Alzheimer's dementia
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The announcement by the family of Bronco owner Pat Bowlen that he was suffering from Alzheimer's dementia triggered sad memories of patients from the past: Minnie, the lovely first-grade teacher whose paranoia that her good and faithful husband of 60 …
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An aging person’s walking pace may be indicator of Alzheimer’s risk, study says – Washington Post


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An aging person's walking pace may be indicator of Alzheimer's risk, study says
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Last month, researchers attending the Alzheimer's Association International Conference in Copenhagen presented several studies focused on locating biomarkers of dementia in its earliest stages. Among other things, scientists reported a connection
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Resident opens DeSoto center for Alzheimer’s, dementia patients after … – Dallas Morning News


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Resident opens DeSoto center for Alzheimer's, dementia patients after
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Yolanda Madison, activity director, dances with Ronald Hall to the Dixie Swing band at Friends Place, an adult day center that specializes in caring for people with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia, in DeSoto.

Dr. Oz: Ketogenic diet prevents Alzheimer’s and Diane Keaton’s bulimia – Examiner.com


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Dr. Oz: Ketogenic diet prevents Alzheimer's and Diane Keaton's bulimia
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Dr. Mehmet Oz discussed Diane Keaton's bulimia and whether a low-carb gluten-free ketogenic diet can prevent dementia and Alzheimer's disease on the July 30 episode of the Dr. Oz Show. While Keaton has always exuded a carefree persona, she secretly …

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5 Reasons to Be Optimistic About Alzheimer’s Research – Huffington Post (blog)

5 Reasons to Be Optimistic About Alzheimer's Research
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More and more evidence is emerging that modifying lifestyle factors can prevent or delay the onset of dementia from Alzheimer's disease. Investigators presented high-quality evidence demonstrating that exercise, a healthy diet, moderate alcohol …

Depression, Loneliness Risk Factors for Dementia, Alzheimer’s – WallStreet OTC


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Depression, Loneliness Risk Factors for Dementia, Alzheimer's
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In the US, every 67 seconds somebody develops Alzheimer's. And one out of six women has a form of memory-related disease by the age of 65. In the current study, the researchers established association between depressive symptoms like depression or …
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Best Practices for Home Care Clients Who Have Alzheimer’s or Dementia – HomeCareDaily.com


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Best Practices for Home Care Clients Who Have Alzheimer's or Dementia
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Best Practices for Home Care Clients Who Have Alzheimer's or Dementia Providing in-home care for people with Alzheimer's or any other form of dementia has unique challenges that differ from those placed into assisted living facilities or nursing homes.
Simple forgetfulness or dementia? Memory loss and seniorsBangor Daily News (blog)
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Depression Correlated with Occurrences of Dementia – Design & Trend


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Depression Correlated with Occurrences of Dementia
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The study is the first of its kind to link depression as a risk factor for cognitive decline, dementia or Alzheimer's. Doctors will now be able to target and treat depression in an attempt to hopefully allow patients to maintain memory and thinking
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