Why the Media Whiffed on the Missing Congresswoman With Dementia
Cue the Oscars! In fact, the story of how the congressional media missed the story and the obscure hometown site broke the ...
‘I’m not sure what to do’: My husband has dementia and needs care. Will Medicaid go after our money if I use it to pay off our mortgage?
My husband of 20 years is elderly and has dementia. While I am trying to keep him at home as long as possible, it is almost ...
Tragic outcome with dementia patients that's so common but can put them at risk - expert
A dementia expert has urged primary caregivers to reach out for support following the tragic deaths of Hollywood megastar ...
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Signs of Terry Pratchett’s dementia may have been hidden in his books
Terry Pratchett was diagnosed with posterior cortical atrophy, a type of dementia caused by Alzheimer’s disease, in 2007 – ...
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The surprising sign of dementia you should not ignore
This unexpected early warning sign relates to a change in sensory perception, specifically your sense of smell. A declining ...
What is rare dementia affecting Bruce Willis? Hollywood actor's painstaking health battle continues
Insiders have heartbreakingly revealed that Bruce, aged 69, has become "non-verbal" and that his once infectious zest for ...
Holmdel spending $4.5 million to keep farm from being turned into dementia care facility
Potter’s farm could soon be preserved for open space, after the Holmdel Township Committee voted to introduce an ordinance to ...
Dementia care home residents spend months organising big bash in Alice in Wonderland theme - in pictures
Residents at the Rathside Care Home in Scawby have spent the last few weeks making Alice in Wonderland themed decorations and ...
7 Habits That Could Lower Your Dementia Risk, According to a New Study
A new study published in JAMA Network Open found a connection between dementia risk and seven heart-healthy habits. Habits ...
A Simple Blood Test May Predict Dementia Years Before Symptoms Appear
The research findings primarily focus on individuals with a sleep disorder but may have broader implications. A recent study ...
Three glasses of this drink a day can prevent dementia — it also fights heart disease and cancer
A new study out of Japan has found that regularly consuming this beverage can reduce the risk of cognitive decline and dementia —as well as prevent cancer and heart disease.
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How to better support loved ones with dementia along with their family caretakers
Caregiving for a loved one with dementia can be an exhausting task with no respite. The deaths of Gene Hackman and his wife highlight the importance of a support network to help shoulder the load.