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When an older family member gets older, it’s common for other family members to assist with care on a day to day basis. Sometimes this is all that’s needed for them to get by safely. Sometimes extra assistance is needed on a professional … [Read more...]
New research points to the fact that some brain cells age at different rates than others. Now, the scientists behind this discovery are focusing on just why this is, and how that information can be used to ensure that people … [Read more...]
We’ve made it through the holidays, and for many, this is a really difficult time of year. For individuals that have a new dementia diagnosis, this difficulty becomes amplified even more. The holiday season is often portrayed … [Read more...]
New research into stroke treatment reveals that a whole body approach might be a lot more effective than traditional methods of treatment. A team of scientists has discovered that healing the gut may play a crucial role in … [Read more...]
Traditionally, there are two methods of diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease. The first involves an analysis of cerebrospinal fluid. The second utilizes a PET scan of the brain. Analyzing cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) involves a spinal … [Read more...]
Every once in a while, a news story pops up that reflects very poorly on the senior care industry. A caregiver that takes advantage of someone that they were working for. A relative or friend that scams an older loved one out of money. … [Read more...]
New research indicates that some diabetes medications are linked to a lower risk of the development of dementia in those that take these meds. The study focused on a specific medication, called sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 … [Read more...]
If you have an older loved one, you have probably wondered at what point senior care might become necessary. If you’re in this boat, you’re not alone. This is one of the most commonly asked questions that we encounter … [Read more...]
New research into how the brain “cleans” itself might help seniors and other people dealing with cognitive decline to live a higher quality of life in the near future. The team looked at mice and brain health. One of the major … [Read more...]
Hearing aids are designed to help improve someone’s ability to hear sound. But in reality, they do a lot more than this. They can also help your brain to stimulate activity. The science behind this is a bit complex, but the … [Read more...]
A new study indicates that some parts of the U.S. have a higher likelihood of diagnosing dementia than other parts. My first thought when I came across this research was that perhaps some geographical areas are more likely to … [Read more...]
Recently, I posted a blog about how cardiovascular disease remains the most deadly thing in the United States. More people die from this each year than anything else. And when it comes to seniors, they are impacted far more heavily. This … [Read more...]
