Age is a leading risk factor for both cancer and dementia, meaning patients with both conditions may need special consideration when making treatment decisions, as they may rely more on…
On February 16, 2023, the family of Bruce Willis, 67, issued a statementrevealing that the Hollywood actor has been diagnosed with a rare form of dementia called frontotemporal dementia (FTD).…
Dementia isn't a specific disease. Instead, it describes a collection of symptoms that affect a person's thinking and social abilities enough to interfere with daily life. Full Story
ST. GEORGE — With its elderly population, Southern Utah sees its share of people dealing with memory loss Full Story
There’s no cure, yet, for Alzheimer’s disease. But dozens of programs developed in the past 20 years can improve the lives of both people living with dementia and their caregivers.…
Are you a caregiver for someone with dementia? Learn about community resources and how to manage the stress that comes with being a caregiver during an educational session on Tuesday,…
Henry and Ida Frankel live in a cosy three-bedroom apartment in New York’s Washington Heights. Henry, a softly spoken retired architect of 85, is a short, handsome man with a…
A new treatment aimed at curbing the debilitating effects of Alzheimer’s disease won approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) earlier this year. Full Story
Dementia is a debilitating condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. It is characterized by a decline in cognitive function, memory loss, and difficulty with everyday tasks. Full Story
According to a 2022 Lancet Public Health study, dementia prevalence is expected to rise 166% worldwide over the next 30 decades. That means global cases will increase by 3 million…