Caregiver Tips for Making the Home Safer
Caregiver Tips for Making the Home Safer for People with Alzheimer’s
Home safety is always vital, but it is especially crucial while caring for someone who has Alzheimer’s. Alzheimer’s patients will eventually lose their ability to handle things around the home. They may also experience changes in their senses of taste, smell, touch, hearing, and sight.  You must do everything to ensure your loved one’s safety … Continue reading "Caregiver Tips for Making the Home Safer for People with Alzheimer’s"
Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
Everything You Should Know About Early-Onset Alzheimer’s
Early-onset Alzheimer’s is a form of Alzheimer’s disease that manifests in individuals in their 40s and 50s. Its symptoms include memory loss, trouble finishing routine tasks, and personality changes. About 7 million Americans and over 55 million people worldwide are living with Alzheimer’s disease, the most common type of dementia [1, 2]. Although the condition … Continue reading "Everything You Should Know About Early-Onset Alzheimer’s"
Untreated Hypertension Linked to Alzheimer's Risk
Untreated Hypertension Linked to Alzheimer’s Risk
A new study has discovered a connection between the risk of Alzheimer’s and high blood pressure. Researchers at the University of New South Wales found that people with untreated high blood pressure may be more likely to develop the disease than those who have been or are receiving treatment for hypertension. Alzheimer’s disease is the … Continue reading "Untreated Hypertension Linked to Alzheimer’s Risk"
High Belly and Arm Fat
High Belly and Arm Fat Levels May Increase Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Risk
New research suggests that individuals with high levels of body fat stored in the arms or belly may be more susceptible to diseases like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s than those with low levels of fat in these regions. Additionally, the study discovered that those with higher muscle strength had a lower risk of developing these illnesses. … Continue reading "High Belly and Arm Fat Levels May Increase Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Risk"