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- Home Care could Help Elderly People with Fear of Falling - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2012 from Oliver StirkA recent report by the Women’s Royal Voluntary Service charity (“WRVS”) has highlighted the extent to which elderly people are suffering from falls and the psychological impact this has on them. According to the findings, more than 35% of people over 65 have fallen in the last two years and ...
Views: 2098(1 vote) - Memory Problems Can Be Prevented And Treated - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2012 from Estelle GoldsteinI don’t care if Dylan Thomas was drinking himself to death while that was being written. It is a sentiment close to my heart, and undoubtedly the stanza of poetry I quote most often. Do not go gentle into that good night Old age should burn and rage at close of day Rage, rage against the ...
Views: 1292 - How to Fight Alzheimer’s Disease - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2012 from Mark LovellAlzheimer's, a debilitating disease that affects 1 in 8 older adults in America, is the sixth leading cause of death and causes 5.4 million adults to suffer daily. It robs people of their ability to remember, to communicate and to concentrate on the simplest of things. The good news is that the ...
Views: 1353(1 vote) - No More Cognitive Loss for Age - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2012 from Estelle GoldsteinDo Not Go Gentle into That Good Night, that old Dylan Thomas poem, is a favorite of many mature adults, including me. Do not go gentle into that good night Rage, Rage against the dying of the light Let’s face it — none of us is getting any younger. And as we age, we’ve got to ...
Views: 1184 - How to Make Your Home Safe for Alzheimer’s Patients - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2012 from John GerryTill date, doctors and scientists have not found a way to cure Alzheimer’s disease. The disease keeps progressing thereby causing great harm to the patient. The person suffering from Alzheimer’s disease finds it difficult to remember recent events and generally get confused. The person ...
Views: 1350 - Alzheimer's Disease: A Global Issue - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2012 from Oliver StirkAlzheimer’s Disease International has marked September 2012 as the first global World Alzheimer’s Month - an international campaign to raise awareness and challenge the stigma of dementia. The theme of this year’s Alzheimer’s Month is Dementia: Living Together, when Alzheimer’s associations ...
Views: 2155 - Recent Brain Science News You Can Use - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2012 from Cynthia GreenComputer Based Training for Seniors: Does It Work? While computer-based brain fitness programs have increased in popularity and availability to the general public, questions remain regarding their effectiveness. Researchers at Johns Hopkins University and Harvard Medical School recently reported ...
Views: 2480 - Home Adaptations can Help Elderly People Remain at Home - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2012 from Oliver StirkWhen elderly people require additional support with the tasks of daily living it is typically considered that remaining at home with the help of a carer or a professional home care provider is preferable to residential care. It should also be recognised that basic adaptations to the home can ...
Views: 2210 - DO I KNOW YOU? - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2012 from Diana DragoyIt has been said that the eyes are the windows of your soul. Well there is nothing more devastating than looking into a loved ones eyes, and not seeing anyone home. Instead you encounter the sadness, fear and devastation of Alzheimer’s or dementia. Alzheimer Statistics According to the ...
Views: 1472 - Alzheimer's Disease Prevention with the Help of New Age Nootropics - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2012 from Dianna simon"If any one faculty of our nature may be called more wonderful than the rest, I do think it is memory". Wrote Jane Austen, the popular English writer. Since memory is so vital to our identity, relationships and life in general, loss of memory can thus result in the breakdown of not only the ...
Views: 2410 - Tips on How to Care for Seniors with Alzheimer’s - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2012 from Jason CastilloAlzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, affecting about 5.4 million Americans last year. The statistic includes 5.2 million individuals aged 65 and above as well as 200,000 people under age 65 with a family history or early-onset Alzheimer’s. Women are more likely to have the ...
Views: 1443(1 vote) - Caring for Aging Parents: Elder Rage & Alzheimer’s - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2012 from Jacqueline MarcellBy Jacqueline Marcell, Author of ‘Elder Rage’ www.ElderRage.com For eleven years I pleaded with my obstinate elderly father to allow a caregiver to help him with my ailing mother, but after 55 years of loving each other he adamantly insisted on taking care of her himself. Every caregiver I ...
Views: 2304 - Learning to Speak Alzheimer's: A Groundbreaking Way to Deal with the Disease - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2012 from Roberto SediciasWhile a major disease usually takes its toll on the victim's family, it can especially take an extra measure on those who are closest to the victim, his or her spouse, or children which is why this groundbreaking work has been so important to caregivers and patients for the last several ...
Views: 1626(1 vote) - Contact Lenses: First Choice of Youngsters - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2012 from Fadhrick PickasoDo you fear that wearing spectacles for corrective vision may tend to hamper you appearance? If so, you can ponder over the idea of contact lens. It is a simple lens that is placed in the eye to correct vision. If you compare it with a spectacle it has multiple advantages. Firstly as mentioned ...
Views: 2379 - Cerebrolysin to Help Treat Alzheimer’s Disease and Mental Decline - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2012 from Dianna simonMental decline is one of the major causes of debilitating condition of an individual during old age. Today, Alzheimer’s disease falls under top five reasons of deaths in America and other parts of the world as well. So far no plausible cure has been found for this fatal disease. This is worst ...
Views: 2187 - Alzheimer’s care for aging adults - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2012 from Johnny LoweryAlzheimer’s care for aging adults can be a scary time for both the patient and the family. Medications Orange County at home Care states that there are two classes of medication that can be used to help care for aging adults with Alzheimer’s. The first class of medication is ...
Views: 1468(1 vote) - Hydergine To Prevent Age Related Cognition Disorders - by Submitted on May 15, 2012 from Ziesha SheyHuman brain requires a regular and balanced flow of blood and oxygen for its proper functioning. The absence of oxygen and blood to the brain results in the death of crucial brain cells which thereby impairs or damages the functioning of the brain. Hydergine is a mind power drug which works by ...
Views: 2316 - Your Legal Rights When a Loved One Loses Thier Mind - by Submitted on May 07, 2012 from Eleonora InAssigning a power of attorney to a loved one can be a difficult decision because a power of attorney is usually needed when that loved one is losing the ability to make rational decisions for themselves. However, even if assigning a power of attorney may be difficult it is an important step for ...
Views: 1620 - Cerebrolysin New Age Cognition Enhancer To Treat Alzhiemer’s Disease - by Submitted on May 03, 2012 from Dianna simonCerebrolysin is a new age mind power drug which can be effectively used for the treatment of alzhiemer’s disease. Alzhiemer’s disease is a common but serious mental illness which affects millions of people world-wide. Despite the discovery of various mind power and cognition enhancing drugs, ...
Views: 2195 - Alzheimer’s disease - by Submitted on May 08, 2012 from marie LucyAlzheimer’s disease is a form of dementia that affects over half a million people in the UK. In this article: What is Alzheimer’s disease? Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Advice & Support What is Alzheimer’s disease? If you are suffering from Alzheimer’s disease it ...
Views: 1559 - Cerebrolysin Most Effective Drug For Alzhiemer’s Disease Treatment - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from Dianna simonAlzhiemer’s disease is a debilitating mental disease which starts general forgetfulness which gradually takes the form of complete memory loss and breakdown of an individual’s key mental abilities. This progressive memory decline is thus characterized by a loss of mental facilities that go far ...
Views: 3097 - Our brain on Fat: The many neurological benefits of this amazing Macro-nutrient - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Daniel CohenFor those of you that know me and are aware that I have epilepsy, finding a safe, natural and effective treatment has been pretty much a priority of mine for the past 22 years. With that being said, I think I may have found it! No I am not “cured” of my seizures, YET but I think I am slowly ...
Views: 1797 - In home care assistance for the elder with Alzheimer’s Disease - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2012 from mijlo cirejcCaring for a family member with Alzheimer’s disease can be a trying experience for any household. Having members from the family taking turns to give respite to the members living with their loved one can provide great and needed relief. This however is hard to maintain for long. Seattle Home ...
Views: 1576 - A Storyboard Can Help Engage Seniors in Enjoyable Activities - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from mijlo cirejcFor most elderly people there comes a time when some assistance in living is needed. Michigan Senior Care states that help may be needed in something as simple as having someone to do the heavier work required in maintaining a home or things such as mowing the lawn, washing windows, or moving ...
Views: 2200 - As I get older, why do I tend to become tired earlier in the evening? - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2012 from geoffery boycottAs people aged, they often come into a strange sort of tiredness. It’s actually a common and normal occurrence. As seniors, time seems to be standing still, but is just moving a little slower than it once did – not just in the evening hours but at other times as well. Milwaukee Home Care is ...
Views: 1824 - What changes in the brain to people with Alzheimer's disease? - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2012 from mijlo cirejcAlzheimer’s disease affects the brain of a person. It incapacitates a person and makes them totally dependent gradually. The cerebral cortex reduces in size. The cerebral cortex is the external covering of the brain and it is responsible for scholarly performance. The brain undergoes many ...
Views: 1566 - Forgetfulness vs. Alzheimer's - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2012 from Roberta MittmanSometimes I find myself saying "Did I forget to tell you about this?" And I know it's entirely possible that I might have." But I also know I have a lot of company. Maybe you, too, sometimes forget where you put the cell phone, whom you were going to email, or what your waiter's name is. Have ...
Views: 2033 - Five Simple Steps To Avoiding Alzheimer's And Cognitive Decline - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2012 from Konstantin EriksenAlzheimer's disease and age-related cognitive decline are a growing problem in most modern societies. The stressful lifestyle, bad dietary habits and toxic environment all play a role in brain degeneration. Here are five things you can do to improve mental performance and decrease your chances ...
Views: 1643 - Introduction to Chemical Dependency - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2012 from Todd BranstonNot everyone who drinks regularly is an alcoholic or has a drinking problem. But substance abuse is a major problem within the older population. It is not always obvious, because many older adults drink in private rather than in bars. Because our culture generally identifies problems with ...
Views: 2434(1 vote) - The Connection Between Inflammation and Alzheimer's Disease - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2011 from Jennifer HillAlzheimer's is a progressive disorder that results in the degeneration of the brain. It is often a paradoxical disorder, affecting the minds of individuals whose physical bodies are perfectly healthy otherwise. Alzheimer's slowly and insidiously produces dementia that leaves aging individuals ...
Views: 2129 - Alzheimer's Stages - The Course of A Progressing Disease - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Andy YangAlzheimer’s stages in it will take a toll on the team or family members who look after individuals with Alzheimer’s. While the person goes thru the different Alzheimer's stages, the individual shows certain signs and symptoms which may make the patient’s care providers disappointment. Patients ...
Views: 2422 - Why I am adding Resveratrol to my Diet - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2011 from jamie UsseryResveratrol is regarded as the most potent antioxidants available on the market. It is shown to have many benefits concerning our health like preventing paralysis of your heart muscles, reducing blood clotting, controlling the development connected with plaque within the brain as well as ...
Views: 1499 - Are you taking Resveratrol - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2011 from Bruce BrownResveratrol is amongst the strongest antioxidants available on the market. It has been shown to have many benefits concerning our wellbeing like reducing paralysis of the heart muscles, slowing blood clotting, curtailing the formation of plaque within the brain and blood vessels. It has also ...
Views: 1492 - Know More About Alzheimer's Disease - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2011 from anuradha thakurAlzheimer's disease is one of the most common disease of brain and it is the most common form of dementia. Alzheimer's is a progressive, degenerative disease of the brain, which causes thinking and memory to become seriously impaired. Dementia is a disease that includes a group of symptoms ...
Views: 1351 - Disease Of Alzheimer - Caring For One - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2011 from Roberto SediciasIf you are taking care of someone who is elderly and suffers from Alzheimer's disease, first you need to remember that there are many stages of the disease and it is important to determine which stage they are in before you proceed with your care. Sometimes a person will only show signs of ...
Views: 1449 - Releasing your Creativity May Help Prevent Alzheimer’s - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2011 from Valencia RayCreativity and intuition are both right brain hemisphere qualities that have been ignored and disrespected for generations now. Finally, thanks to neuroscience research the importance of respecting the contributions of both of our brain hemispheres is coming into vogue. I have advocated trusting ...
Views: 1452 - Early Onset Alzheimer’s Romance Book Released in Spanish - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2011 from Olga Vladi(New York, NY)—Garrison-Savanna Publishing announces the Spanish release of “Ice Cream in the Cupboard” by Pat Moffett. “Ice Cream in the Cupboard” is the true story of Carmen Moffett, diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer’s disease at age fifty-three, and her husband Pat, who was forced to ...
Views: 2176 - How Do Doctors Make an Alzheimer Diagnosis? - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2011 from Danica SusanWhen making an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, doctors would usually refer to the symptoms manifested and base it from there. The only procedure that might pinpoint the cause of Alzheimer’s disease would be a CT scan, and it would only show if the patient has suffered from any brain injury or trauma. If ...
Views: 1630 - Are there any exercises that help reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s? - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2011 from dr kellyWhen people think about staying fit, they generally think from the neck down. But the health of your brain plays a critical role in almost everything you do: thinking, feeling, remembering, working, playing and even sleeping. Research indicates that not only do we need to exercise our ...
Views: 1623 - All About Alzheimers Disease And Its Treatment - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2011 from anuradha thakurAricept medicine is belong to the group of drugs called as cholinesterase inhibitors. This medication is used to treat symptoms in people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. In the brains of people with Alzheimer's disease there is a progressive degeneration of nerve cells, particularly ...
Views: 1324 - Clinical Progress For Alzheimer's Detection - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Gloria Hao SchneiderDoctors can usually determine if a patient has dementia, and around 90 percent of the time they can accurately identify whether the dementia is due to Alzheimer's disease. This diagnoses however, usually takes place after the disease has profoundly affected the brain and is causing severe ...
Views: 1603(1 vote) - Canada Drugs Brings Out Convenience to Consumers - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from James DomoNow it is easy for someone to find the Canada Drugs on the web and the ones that are available are getting excellent at the solutions that they must offer. They have a variety of drugs they have marketed and just how an individual may buy those drugs. By using the web, they could reach a lot of ...
Views: 1526 - A Different Kind Of Volunteering For Alzheimer's Disease - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Gloria Hao SchneiderIt would be difficult to miss the headlines, commentary and information in print, on television and the Internet describing the ravages caused by Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Scientists are gaining insight into the mechanics of what might cause the debilitating disease that ...
Views: 1533 - Alzheimer's Disease Is It Hereditary - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2011 from Gloria Hao SchneiderThere are approximately 5.3 million people living with Alzheimer's in the United States. Imagine the children and grandchildren of those sufferers who face the terrifying possibility of inheriting a predisposition to the disease. Now that there are tests in the works for early detection of brain ...
Views: 1650 - 7 Popular Foods With Surprising Health Benefits and Other Hot Health Stories for the Week - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2011 from Sam EtkinHere are the top 5 health news stories for the week. * 7 Popular Foods With Surprising Health Benefits * You may be cutting out yummy foods previously deemed bad for you and missing out on their surprising health benefits. Go here for the complete news story: ...
Views: 2351(1 vote) - What is Successful Aging And What Does it Take to Age Successfully? - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Raphael WeissIn 2003, researchers asked an elderly population in Manitoba Canada what they define as aging successfully. The response was that the senior citizens said that to them successful aging is staying physically fit, being healthy in the body and the brain, and remaining socially active. It turns out ...
Views: 2156 - Know More About Alzheimer's Disease - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from anuradha thakurAlzheimer's disease is one of the most common disease of brain and it is the most common form of dementia. Alzheimer's is a progressive, degenerative disease of the brain, which causes thinking and memory to become seriously impaired. Dementia is a disease that includes a group of symptoms ...
Views: 1261 - Exercise and Alzheimer’s Disease - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Jack SingerResearch recently reported in the Monitor on Psychology shows that aerobic exercise not only significantly improves health and wards off disease, but it also may prevent—and even reverse—cognitive (thinking) functions. New neurons and neuron connections develop, which favorably impact general ...
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