Why there’s a bus stop in the middle of a dementia ward
You can't actually take the bus anywhere, but that's not the point.
3 days ago
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The surprising relationship between your calf muscles and dementia
Researchers believe insufficient brain blood flow plays a critical role in the development of dementia and Alzheimer's. But what's it got to do with your legs?
March 19, 2020
Women: 3 smart strategies to reduce your dementia risk
Tips from the author of The XX Brain: The Groundbreaking Science Empowering Women to Maximize Cognitive Health and Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease.
March 12, 2020
This tableware set is specifically designed for people with dementia
As her grandmother's dementia worsened, Sha Yao got to work.
February 24, 2020
What to do when it feels like dementia is stalking you
Testing for Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia is hardly foolproof, and could even backfire.
February 21, 2020
Dementia or normal memory loss? How to tell the difference
It’s a common question, underscoring a common fear.
February 15, 2020
Admit it: you’re on Dementia Watch
Odds are, if you have an older relative, you're keeping track of their memory glitches. Here's what a neurologist wants you to know.
February 10, 2020
The common condition that can be misdiagnosed as early dementia
When someone starts forgetting things, there's more than one possible answer.
February 1, 2020
Living near green space reduces risk of neurological disease, study says
The study was published last week in the journal Environmental Health.
January 27, 2020
Diagnosed with dementia, she documented her wishes for the end. But her retirement home said no.
People with early signs of the ailment sign new advance directives to say how they want to die. They may offer a false sense of security.
January 23, 2020
The second most common type of dementia often goes unrecognized
For a third of people with the disease, getting the correct diagnosis took more than two years.
January 11, 2020
8 conditions that can mimic dementia or Alzheimer’s (but actually aren’t)
Not all dementia-like symptoms point to the onset of the disease.
December 20, 2019
Reminiscence therapy can help restore memories in dementia patients around the holidays
An analysis of several studies on reminiscence therapy for dementia suggests that it can improve quality of life, communication and mood.
December 13, 2019
How baseball can improve the lives of people with dementia
These new programs can tap into the brain’s creative network.
November 30, 2019
Most caregivers of people with dementia are family members, and they need help
83% of long-term care provided to older adults comes from family members or other unpaid helpers.
November 6, 2019
Your high school personality may help predict risk of dementia
The study analyzed the results of a 1960 survey given to American high school students.
October 18, 2019
Study shows two-thirds of people don’t really know what dementia is
A new study found that a large majority of people don't understand what dementia is and think it is a normal part of aging.
September 28, 2019
IKEA is planning a dementia-friendly retirement community
These communities are being specifically designed for people with dementia.
September 25, 2019
Just a few footsteps can identify different dementia types
Doctors can tell whether you have Alzheimer's disease or Lewy body dementia by your gait
September 25, 2019
How communities are bringing dementia out of the closet
Certain municipalities are taking dementia support matters into their own hands
September 25, 2019