What small thing can you change that might make a difference in the lives of Alzheimer’s and related dementias patients?
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How To Prevent Falls in Older People
The leading cause of injuries in older adults is falling. Falls can lead to loss of independence, early admission into long-term care facilities, disability, and even death. Learn how to prevent them before they happen.
Read More »Pesticides and Alzheimer’s Disease
Several studies have shown that individuals regularly exposed to pesticides and herbicides are more likely to develop Parkinson’s Disease (PD), which makes it difficult for people to control their movements and can cause emotional changes. Now, there is reason to believe that pesticide exposure can also increase a person’s chances of developing Alzheimer’s Disease.
Read More »Parkinson’s Disease: News on Causes and Treatment
Studies have shown that people with traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are at higher risk for Parkinson’s disease, and that exposure to pesticides also increases the risk of Parkinson’s.
Read More »Do Cognitive Enhancing Drugs Improve Memory and Thinking in Older Adults?
About 1 in 5 adults who are 71 years old or older have Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), which means they have more trouble thinking and remembering than most other people their age, but their condition is not severe enough to be considered dementia or Alzheimer’s. What are the outcomes of screenings and drug therapy?
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