Inaugural Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month Initiates Global Conversation … – Noozhawk

Inaugural Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month Initiates Global Conversation
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There are at least 44 million people worldwide living with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, including almost a half-million here in California. Despite its soaring prevalence, Alzheimer's disease is still largely misunderstood. The inaugural

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Dementiatimes Top 10 For Carers

 

https://dementiatimes.org present what they think is the best 10 things a carer should do if they have to look after someone with dementia. Clearly this list is not exhaustible but it should help in providing a pathway in which the carer and the patient can enjoy a more interesting and exciting life.

 

Aging summit focuses on Alzheimer’s, dementia – KUSI

Aging summit focuses on Alzheimer's, dementia
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SAN DIEGO (CNS) – San Diego County officials Thursday are hosting a summit on aging that will feature discussions on the challenges of Alzheimer's disease and other causes of dementia. The biennial event's theme this year is "Creating a Safe and Caring …

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Actress Kimberly Williams speaks out about mom’s Alzheimer’s battle – The Journal News / Lohud.com

Actress Kimberly Williams speaks out about mom's Alzheimer's battle
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People taking care of loved ones with dementia are at risk for anxiety, depression and many other health-related problems. Family Caregiver Alliance, or www.caregiver.org, is a great site for caregivers and other family members. Also, the Alzheimer's …

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Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month starts global conversation about dementia – Midland Daily News


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Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month starts global conversation about dementia
Midland Daily News
There are at least 44 million people worldwide living with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, and those numbers are expected to grow to 76 million by 2030. During the inaugural Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month this June, the Alzheimer's …
June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness MonthKOMO News
Can't remember? Join the club …Napa Valley Register
Depression in elderly linked to Alzheimer's riskFree Press Journal

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Depression in elderly associated with Alzheimer’s risk – TheHealthSite


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Depression in elderly associated with Alzheimer's risk
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Dementia-old-couple A new study has revealed that depression builds up beta-amyloid plaque in the brain that could cause Alzheimer's in aged people. Many people develop depression in the latest stages of life, but until now doctors had no idea that it
Study Ties Depression in Seniors to Risk of Alzheimer's DiseaseScience World Report
Depression in seniors linked to Alzheimer's riskConsumerAffairs

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Research links hearing loss to dementia, free consultations – Dixie Press Online


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Research links hearing loss to dementia, free consultations
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In 2011, the Journal of the American Medical Association Neurology published an article directly linking untreated hearing loss to higher incidents of dementia and Alzheimer's. This article received a lot of acclaim as it seemed to be something new to

Alzheimer’s, Dementia A Growing Problem Among Mexican-Americans – KPBS

Alzheimer's, Dementia A Growing Problem Among Mexican-Americans
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Alzheimer's is the most common cause of dementia, a syndrome that affects mental capacity to the point of interfering with daily life. Although the prevalence of dementia is higher in Mexican-Americans, factors other than Alzheimer's may be the cause

Does your loved one suffer from Dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease? We can help! – Chicago Tribune

Does your loved one suffer from Dementia or Alzheimer's Disease? We can help!
Chicago Tribune
She sang you to sleep, taught you how to tie your shoes, made chicken soup when you were sick and cheered you on at the game. You knew she was there for you, no matter what. Now you want to be there for her. Whether you're caring for your mom, your …

Do you want to know if you’ll get Alzheimer’s or dementia? UAB offers new … – al.com

Do you want to know if you'll get Alzheimer's or dementia? UAB offers new
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BIRMINGHAM, Alabama — Caring for a parent or spouse with Alzheimer's disease or dementia is stressful and heartbreaking. Often underlying the rigors of the actual caregiving is a fearful question: Is this going to happen to me? What if there was an …

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