The study included 54 adults with sleep disturbances and mild cognitive impairments (MCI), both of which can be associated with the early stages of dementia. Participants who reported taking at…
Sharon spent years helping her mother navigate Alzheimer's disease. She took her to doctor's appointments, picked up prescriptions, paid bills, and eventually handled more and more of the day-to-day tasks…
With more than 7 million Americans living with Alzheimer's dementia—a number projected to reach nearly 13 million by 2050—new Emory University research suggests that higher vitamin D supplement intake may…
On the surface, Grace Yockey's life looks like that of a typical recent college graduate. She works a remote job, spends time with friends and family and enjoys her daily…
As the prevalence of dementia increases, family members continue to be the primary caregivers for loved ones coping with the disease. Some of the most distressing aspects of dementia are…
Cognitive decline can affect more than memory. It can also make it harder to navigate familiar places and find your way—including finding your way home from the supermarket. Full Story
Mother diagnosed with early-onset dementia. Full Story
Dementia can change nearly every part of a family's caregiving journey, and those challenges can become even more complex when a loved one is also facing a serious illness or…
Andries Vermaak’s death serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerability of Boksburg’s aged community and should lead to open conversations about how we can assist those living with degenerative…
Cognitive decline can affect more than memory. It can also make it harder to navigate familiar places and find your way - including finding your way home from the supermarket.…