Managing care partner stress
Mayo Clinic writes, “As a caregiver, you may be so focused on your loved one that you don’t realize that your own health and well-being…
Author: Lauren Skole
The connection between bladder control & dementia
In a recent publication, Medical News Today tackled the topic of incontinence and cognitive decline. “Dementia is an impaired ability to remember, think, or make…
Research shows differences in belief & behavior between genders correlates to speed of cognitive decline
“Men who experience behavior changes including apathy or having false beliefs and perceptions in later life are at risk of faster cognitive decline than women,…
New study shows Alzheimer’s Disease may begin in 20’s
“The real problem with Early onset Alzheimer’s is it can be missed completely. The diagnosis is very difficult because in younger people you don’t expect…
Scientists shift focus in Alzheimer’s research
NBC News reports “The new direction in Alzheimer’s research— away from focusing solely on beta-amyloid plaques to other potential causes, including brain inflammation and conditions…
Immuno-infrared sensor provides advanced identification of Alzheimer’s Disease
News Medical reports that “A sensor identifies misfiled protein biomarkers in the blood. This offers a chance to detect Alzheimer’s disease before any symptoms occur.”…
“Don’t go it alone. Reach out for help.”
One physician shares his personal connection to Alzheimer’s disease, and offers advice to others caring for loved ones with cognitive impairment. Read the full article…
Differences in Alzheimer’s Disease and Vascular Dementia
“Due to shared risk factors, at least one in 10 people develop mixed dementia,” writes Simon Spichak, MSc for BeingPatient. Learn how the two distinct…
Two small stairs creating anxiety for my husband
He can walk, albeit slowly, but its like he gets scared to step down. Mostly, its the going down that bothers him.