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Lithium has long been questioned in therapy for Alzheimer’s disease. This is due to the information being gathered isn’t fully…
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In recent years, a number of studies have shown that clean living, exercise, sleep, a Mediterranean diet lowers one’s likelihood…
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Witnessing the deterioration of a loved one who suffers from Alzheimer’s disease, or another kind of dementia is indescribably painful….
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Alzheimer’s Awareness is important for raising funds and awareness for Alzheimer’s disease. Learning about Alzheimer’s makes people more aware in…
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Restless dementia patients wander the hallways of care facilities at night and wake other residents, only to sleep in late…
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People tend to sleep more lightly when they age than when they were younger. It becomes normal to wake up…
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In 2050, the senior population will be more than double that of the world’s youngest citizens and over the next…
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Delirium is a condition of mental confusion, caused by some kind of extreme stress on the body or mind. It…
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The holidays are a time for family and friends to come together to share special memories. For those alone during…
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Everything can be ready and set to go for the holidays, but make sure you take your older relatives into…
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Primary care physicians are good at checking senior’s cholesterol and blood pressure, but often fail to use tests that can…
Continue readingWhat Ways Can Seniors Avoid Muscle Loss?
A loss of muscle is common amongst the elderly as they age. If you don’t exercise regularly, you start to…
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Acting as a caregiver can be a time consuming position, leaving little time to take care of yourself. This should…
Continue readingDoes Light Therapy Help Alzheimer’s?
Alzheimer’s disease isn’t only devastating for the person involved, but for the family as well. As family members it’s normal…
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Seniors have a higher risk for urinary tract infections, UTIs, which can cause sudden behavior changes. Most commonly known is…
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A common side effect of aging is a loss of appetite. Being aware of this fact can help you implement…
Continue readingDo Women Get Alzheimer’s More Than Men?
Alzheimer’s affects women at a disproportionately higher rate than men. Scientists are still trying to uncover the phenomenon of why…
Continue readingWhy Are Drug Costs Rising for Seniors
Prescription drug costs could be raising by hundreds of dollars next year for seniors. Medicare’s pay plan is changing, which…
Continue readingTop 3 Ways Marriage Can Lower Your Risk of Dementia
A healthy marriage can come with many added benefits, such as lowering your risk for dementia! Being Married to someone…
Continue readingHow Does Alzheimer’s Effect the Body Physically?
Most only recognize Alzheimer’s disease as affecting the brain, but not the physical effects on the body. The brain cells…
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Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s can be a difficult task, but supporting your loved one can be easier with our…
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As seniors have lived a long full life they have collected a multitude of items over their time. These items…
Continue readingIs There an Alternative Theory for What Causes Alzheimer’s?
The most common form of dementia in the elderly is Alzheimer’s disease. This is usually characterized by plaques and tangles…
Continue readingHow to Change the Mood Of Your Senior Loved One with Dementia
Alzheimer’s disease and dementia can generate anger, anxiety, confusion, and fear for the individual living with the disease. However, there…
Continue readingHow to Strengthen Your Memory to Prevent Dementia
There’s a new strategy to slow down the loss of memory and prevent dementia. This revolves around brain plasticity and…
Continue readingDoes Midlife Stress Cause Higher Alzhiemer’s in Women?
Alzheimer’s disease is more likely to affect women for reasons that are still unknown. However, the prospective effect of stress…
Continue readingTop 6 Tips To Make Friends as a Senior
As a child making new friends was easy, as you get older things get more complicated. It’s not as easy…
Continue readingIs There a Connection Between Heart Health and Sleep in Seniors?
Eating a balanced diet and giving up unhealthy practices are well-known measures to be taken to improve heart health and…
Continue readingHow Seniors Can Overcome Alzheimer’s Scams
Alzheimer’s disease is the most fearful health condition for many. This worry can lead us to eat well, to exercise,…
Continue readingCan Common Medications Be Causing Dementia Symptoms?
As we progress into our senior years, it’s common for our cognitive function to decline. Although, arising symptoms of dementia…
Continue reading3 Tips for Seniors to Have an Active Summer
Summer is a great time for seniors to be active outdoors. The beautiful weather and endless activities create great opportunities…
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