Por: The Advocate Health September 17, 2022
Repetitive questions — such as “What time is it?” or Is it time to go home? — are common and used throughout our lifetimes. Such questions are embedded in our brain memory file. So for a person with Alzheimer’s, these questions are very familiar and ones they feel comfortable and confident asking.However, people with this disease can’t remember if they have asked this question once or 10 times. Due to the disease process and the... + full article
The Advocate USA Entertainment September 17, 2022
Dana Territo, a weekly columnist at The Advocate, has a new book, What My Grandchildren Taught Me about Alzheimer's Disease. Territo was also selected to receive a Maude's Award for her column, The Memory Whisperer. It hit me all at once, a book and an award —... + más
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The Advocate USA Health September 17, 2022
Are U.S. veterans more at risk for Alzheimer’s or other dementias?The U.S. is in the midst of a dramatic rise in the number of veterans with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, and many of these new cases are directly attributable to military service.According to a 2017... + más
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Is sildenafil being considered as a potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease?Sildenafil could potentially be used as a treatment for Alzheimer’s disease, according to findings recently published in Nature Aging by Feixong Cheng, of the Cleveland Clinic.Per MedlinePlus, an... + más
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How do you assess the risk of Alzheimer’s disease?Alzheimer’s disease is the only disease in the top 10 causes of death in the United States that cannot be prevented, slowed, or cured. It is not fully understood what causes the disease, but probable causes could be linked to... + más
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My wife seems to be fearful of water now that her Alzheimer's disease is progressing. How can I make her more comfortable at bath time?Water is clear and invisible. Many individuals with Alzheimer's no longer perceive water the way we all do. Thus, this clear,... + más
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What makes friends and family members often shy away from a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias?There are many misconceptions about Alzheimer's that lead to fear of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Negative public images and stereotypes... + más
Talking with a dear friend or loved one about cognitive changes you’re noticing in him or her can be very difficult, but these changes may be signs of a significant health concern. They should be discussed as soon as possible.First, assess the situation.If you suspect some... + más
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