YOUR driving habits could be an early indicator of dementia, a new study suggests. Alzheimer’s and other forms of the disease ...
Dementia is a common problem among older adults. Just look at the numbers: Currently, more than 55 million people worldwide are living with dementia, and 10 million new cases are diagnosed every year, ...
During certain times of the day, some people with dementia may become more confused and disoriented. Referred to by ...
Doctors and other health care providers use a comprehensive tool to assess the seven stages of dementia in the elderly called the Global Deterioration Scale. Also known as the GDS, this trusted method ...
Can you explain the stages of dementia? Dementia is an umbrella term used to describe a group of symptoms affecting memory, thinking, behavior and social abilities severely enough to affect activities ...
Over the follow-up period, 13.2% (567) of the 4,290 participants developed dementia, mostly in the older age group. This is ...
Alzheimer's Research UK has released figures suggesting that as many as one in three young people living in the UK today could develop dementia during their lifetime. However, Dr Sten Ekberg, a health ...
Navigating the final stages for a loved one with dementia can be an emotional and challenging experience. Recognizing the signs and knowing how to offer compassionate care can ease the journey for ...
Compared with the lowest quintile of midlife physical activity, the top two quintiles were associated with 40% lower ...
Every three seconds, someone in the world develops dementia. There are over 6 million people living with dementia in the U.S.