Dementia and appetite loss: how to help a loved one to keep eating and drinking when their sense of taste changes
There were many things about my mother’s Alzheimer’s disease that were devastating – many things beyond her “forgetting”. Full Story
There were many things about my mother’s Alzheimer’s disease that were devastating – many things beyond her “forgetting”. Full Story
“I just want to reboot my brain.” Those were among the ways comedian Robin Williams expressed his mental anguish before his death in 2014. Full Story
Ards and North Down Borough Council, in conjunction with South Eastern Dementia Friendly Partnership, has launched plans for Dementia Action Week (13-19 May), with a Dementia Information Session to be…
THURSDAY, April 18, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Antipsychotics can substantially increase dementia patients’ risk of many serious health problems, a new study warns. Full Story
When someone with dementia is in need of extra help and support, a caregiver steps in. Full Story
People caring for those with dementia — who include family members and healthcare workers — say it’s hard to navigate the disease within the US health system, according to the…
A new study analyzes some evidence-backed tools to help substitute decision-makers make choices to honor an individual’s medical, personal and end-of-life wishes. Instead of having separate resources, though, authors say…
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - A Bengals player made a special appearance on Friday at an event to help families living with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Full Story
Life has a peculiar way of etching certain days into our memories, days that leave an indelible mark on our hearts and minds. Full Story
For years, Des O’Sullivan struggled to pinpoint what felt wrong... Full Story