The major symptoms of dementia include memory loss and cognitive decline. However, these symptoms can appear in other disorders that are much more treatable than Alzheimer’s or other dementias. Below ...
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s can be stressful. This is especially so when the loved one is agitated. Agitation can lead to aggressive behavior such as hitting, screaming, or cursing. These ...
The liver is an important organ. It serves a variety of vital functions ranging from cleaning blood to detoxifying our bodies. A healthy liver is essential to overall health. However, there are many d...
Vascular dementia is one of the most common types of dementia, but many may not be aware of what it is. The term refers to cognitive problems resulting from brain damage caused by impaired blood flow ...
Around 15% of people are vitamin B12 deficient. This nutrient is essential for overall health. It aids in important functions such as DNA creation, cellular function, and helping oxygen reach the body...
Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are often used interchangeably. This leads to inaccurate thinking about both conditions. That, in turn, can lead to confusion when speaking with healthcare professiona...
Some hearing loss is expected as we grow older. However, for some people, that hearing loss can interfere with everyday life. How does a person know when it’s time to get his or her hearing checked? T...
With age comes new challenges. A common one being hearing loss. Hearing loss can lead to decreased quality of life. Hearing aids are often sought out to help improve the situation. However, there are ...
Psoriasis is an auto-immune disorder that results in patches of red and scaly skin, among other symptoms. Currently, there is no cure for it, only ways to help manage it. A recent study may have revea...
Caregiving is not just about tending to physical health, there is an obligation to help with emotional and mental health as well. It’s important to know how to tend to emotional well-being to optimize...