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READ MOREIs it Alzheimer’s or Old Age?
As families gather for the upcoming holidays, they may notice their aging parents are more forgetful and not as sharp as they used to be. So when mom loses the car keys or dad forgets a name, is it just a sign of old age or is it a devastating disease – Alzheimer’s?
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READ MOREHistory of Concussions Linked to Alzheimer's
Recent research at the Mayo Clinic has uncovered a stronger link to Alzheimer’s and a history of concussions, according to published results recently shared in Neurology.
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READ MOREHerbs May Fights off Alzheimer's
Herbs such as rosemary and spearmint may help to fight off Alzheimer’s by improving learning and memory, according to a study conducted by professionals at Saint Louis University. The enhanced extracts made from special antioxidants in these herbs can reduce deficits caused by mild cognitive impairment, a precursor to Alzheimer’s disease.
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READ MORERelationships Between Kids and Grandparents in Alzheimer's Care
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, there will come a point when you need to explain to grandchildren what is happening to Grandma or Grandpa.
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READ MORELess Sleep Associated with Alzheimer's Disease
Researchers at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health recently completed a study on the possibility of a connection between lack of sleep and Alzheimer’s disease
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READ MORENovember is National Alzheimer's Disease Month
During the month of November, the Alzheimer’s Association and other organizations work to spread the word about National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month.
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READ MOREMidlife Stress Linked to Alzheimer's Disease
Women who suffer from stress during middle age may have a greater chance of developing Alzheimer’s disease later in life, Bloomberg reported. Researchers at the Sahlgrenska Academy at the University of Gothenburg in Sweden published the results of a study that spanned nearly 40 years and found that psychological stress is associated with a 21 percent greater risk of developing the disease.
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READ MOREAlzheimer's Patients Mentor Med Students
The Buddy Program, as it is called, has produced 167 pairs and has benefited both the students and their mentors. For students, they are able to experience the struggles faced by Alzheimer’s patients, their families and their caregivers through a weekly meeting where they can talk with them about their experiences or challenges with the disease.
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READ MORE"Stay-Cations" for Alzheimer's
At some point, travel can become too disorienting or stressful for your loved one, but that doesn’t mean that vacationing has to completely come to an end. You and your loved one can share in remembering past trips by recreating the sights or sounds right in the safe and familiar setting of your home.
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