New program fills gap in dementia support
The Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories has announced the launch of a new program The Living Well with Grief and Loss program provides specialized support for both people…
EMMA HEMING WILLIS SHARES HOW HUSBAND BRUCE FELT ABOUT HIS ACTING CAREER BEFORE DEMENTIA DIAGNOSIS
Bruce Willis’ wife has shared how the actor felt about his acting career before his dementia diagnosis. Full Story
OPINION: How a dementia care facility taught me about compassion
The buzz and hum of oxygen tanks filtered through the bright sunlit halls. Caregivers paced from room to room following the sounds of pinging bells. Bottles rattled in medicine drawers,…
Washington University researchers look into possibly game-changing medicine for Alzheimer’s
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) -Washington University researchers are studying antibody drugs that can be a game-changer for Alzheimer’s research and for those more likely to get the disease.…
Hollywood icon Sally Kirkland, 84, enters hospice after dementia diagnosis
Actress Sally Kirkland is in hospice as she continues to battle dementia. Kirkland’s rep, Michael Greene, told TMZ on Sunday that the 84-year-old Hollywood icon entered hospice care at a…
You Don’t Say: Do your best, be kind, and remember it’s not about you
I’m not sure exactly when we all decided to begin designating certain days for this thing or that, but it’s really gotten out of hand. It seems like every single…
Are there ways to predict dementia?
More than 55 million people worldwide are living with dementia, and doctors say they’re getting closer to predicting the disease before symptoms appear. Researchers have identified several early warning signs,…
Young-Onset Dementia: Understanding the Condition and Its Impact
This article debunks the misconception that dementia only affects the elderly, highlighting young-onset or early-onset dementia. It explains the condition's impact on memory, thinking, and behavior, emphasizing that it's a…
This Is The Most Commonly Missed Warning Sign Of Dementia
When we think about dementia, we often think of a person experiencing memory loss and confusion. While it’s true that these are certainly symptoms of dementia and Alzheimer’s (the most…
This Is The Most Commonly Missed Warning Sign Of Dementia
When we think about dementia, we often think of a person experiencing memory loss and confusion. While it’s true that these are certainly symptoms of dementia and Alzheimer’s (the most…