Rehydration for Dementia
August 27, 2023
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Lewis Hornby had a problem: his grandmother with dementia wasn’t drinking enough, causing her to get severely dehydrated.
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Don’t Say Goodbye, Say Hello!
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Dr. Richard Taylor has Alzheimer’s and the right attitude!
Advantages of Diagnosing Alzheimer’s as Soon as Possible
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When memory and thinking seem a little off, people tend to avoid getting a diagnosis. Yet early diagnosis allows for early benefits. These include better planning, treatment and therapy. Learn more about the advantages revealed in an important study.
Common Alzheimer’s Medications Slow Cognitive Decline
August 23, 2023
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Swedish researchers find that cholinesterase inhibitors provide cognitive benefits and reduce mortality for up to five years after an Alzheimer’s diagnosis. One medication significantly reduced the risk of developing severe dementia.
What is Vascular Dementia?
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Vascular dementia is one of the 3 leading causes of dementia. When it appears together with Alzheimer’s, as it often does, it is called “Mixed dementia”. Learn what causes it and how to identify different types.
Thought of the Week: A Perfect Day
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You can’t live a perfect day without doing something for someone who will never be able to repay you.
Just to Hold Her Hand
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A beautiful song on living with Alzheimer’s. (Includes lyrics.) Enjoy.
A Happy Partner Leads to Less Dementia
August 21, 2023
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Researchers find optimistic people contribute to the health of their partners, staving off risk factors leading to Alzheimer’s disease, other dementias and cognitive decline as they grow old together.
Adding Meaningfully Beautiful Moments to Dementia
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Bringing art and creativity into elder care settings helps families reconnect with loved ones who have dementia. In this moving talk, Anne Bastings shares how.
When Hurricanes Threaten Dementia
August 20, 2023
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When a hurricane hits Florida — or anywhere that has a very large population of people with dementia, there are special preparations that should be made by those living with dementia. Check these dementia-in-a-storm readiness lists.
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