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Parkinson’s Disease: A Deeper Dive
Parkinson’s: A Deeper Dive Parkinson’s: A Deeper Dive, provides an overview of the disease, with scientific and medical expressions explained in simple terms. Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder. This means that brain function will become more and more…
Diabetes And The Elderly
Diabetes doesn’t go away with age, but the challenges of diabetes do change with time. Does diabetes change with age? Diabetes is an ongoing condition, and with age the challenges of managing medication and nutrition increase. If you have an…
What are heart palpitations?
Palpitations, faintness and shortness of breath are the signs of a possible heart arrhythmia. An arrhythmia happens when the electrical signals regulating your heartbeat, malfunction. These malfunctions can cause irregularities or unusual rhythms in a heartbeat that should be stable.…
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Help us end the stigma of dementia with Unforgettable
James Ashwell, founder of Unforgettable dementia products, spent five years caring for his mum who had early onset dementia. They were the hardest years of his life, but they gave James a passion to help others on the dementia journey. Here James explains how Unforgettable might be able to help you. Mum was in her fifties when she was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, but it wasn’t until Dad died suddenly that the full extent of her illness became clear. I quickly realised Mum couldn’t live alone, so I gave up my job in London and become her carer.I was very fortunate to have three siblings Simon, Gemma and Mark, who were prepared to help practically and financially, and we also employed professional carers when necessary. Even so, those first few months were absolute hell.Eventually, we realised that if Mum wasn’t to sit staring at the TV all day, we needed…
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Vascular Dementia
Vascular dementia is a type of dementia and is caused by an interruption to the blood supply to the brain, usually caused by a number of small strokes, not by Alzheimer’s disease. What is vascular dementia? Many people use the terms dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease interchangeably, but Alzheimer’s is not the only cause of dementia. As many as one in five people affected have vascular dementia, and if you’ve never heard of it, it’s not surprising. It’s also known as multi-infarct dementia (MID) or vascular cognitive impairment (VCI) and it is actually the second most common cause of the condition. In vascular dementia, the brain is damaged by an interruption to the blood supply, usually by a number of small strokes. When the blood flow is interrupted, the brain cells do not receive the nutrients and oxygen essential for life. These so-called ‘mini’ strokes can be so minor that they’re…
The early signs of dementia
The early signs of dementia include forgetfulness, misplacing of objects, struggling to find the right words, personality changes, and confusion. We all walk into the kitchen and forget what we came for, or misplace our keys every now and then. So, what is normal forgetfulness and what could indicate that there may be a problem? Dementia is the term for a set of symptoms that include memory lapses, difficulties thinking and solving problems, impaired communication and behavioural changes. The early signs of dementia can often be subtle to begin with, but they may gradually escalate until they can affect every aspect of daily life. Dementia can affect different people in different ways, each individual is unique. However, there are some key signs to look out for: Memory loss Forgetfulness is often a significant early sign. Dementia tends to affect short-term memory more than reminiscences from the past. So, an individual…
Exercise and dementia prevention
Physical activity can improve the health of mind, body and spirit, and there’s evidence that exercise can protect against dementia. Research is confirming that staying active may help those affected by dementia to maintain their independence and boost their quality of life. Exercise helps with almost every long term condition; it can reduce the likelihood of developing dementia and the progress of Alzheimer’s disease. We all know that exercise is important for our health, it’s constantly advocated in books, blogs and on TV. But regular activity can offer more than just a fit physique. Activity can help protect the brain from dementia as we age, and slow down deterioration in people already affected. Regular exercise really is essential for a healthy body and a healthy mind. Research shows that exercise works, not only to improve the general health of people with dementia, but it also appears to improve their cognitive function,…
Urinary Tract Infections
Urinary Tract Infections in the Elderly Anyone who has suffered with the burning agony of cystitis knows that urinary tract infections can be miserable, but in the elderly, they can be much more than a minor illness. Urine infections are…
Parkinson’s Disease
All about Parkinson’s Disease Finding out that a loved one is affected by Parkinson’s Disease can be overwhelming. But with medication and support, it is possible for them to continue living an active and enjoyable life. Parkinson’s disease is a…
Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment
There is no single Alzheimer’s treatment, but regular brain training, social stimulation, keeping to regular routines, and maintaining a healthy diet can all help to slow the decline. Alzheimer’s Treatment Sadly, there is still no known cure for Alzheimer’s Disease, but scientific advances have improved our understanding of the condition. New Alzheimer’s treatments are being developed, and promising research is underway. In the meantime, there are ways to slow down the decline. A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s can seem hopeless and life-shattering, but it is possible to make a difference to both the quality of life and the progression of the disease. By modifying lifestyle, we can slow the rate of decline and improve memory, communication and function, so that your loved one can stay independent for longer. Brain training Challenging and stimulating the brain in the early stages of Alzheimer’s can slow down the disease progression. Playing puzzles, reading, doing a crossword…
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