Care for Dementia Patients in Cold Weather
Caregiver Tips: How to Care for Dementia Patients in Cold Weather
For someone with dementia, the winter months can be particularly challenging. Cold weather may sometimes worsen symptoms. Furthermore, they are not always able to convey that they feel cold, and they may not even realize it themselves. As temperatures drop, families with dementia may experience increased stress, anxiety, and social isolation. Bad weather and colder … Continue reading "Caregiver Tips: How to Care for Dementia Patients in Cold Weather"
Is Alzheimer's a contagious disease?
Is Alzheimer’s A Contagious Disease?
Alzheimer’s is not contagious. However, recent research revealed that, in rare cases, the disease may have been transmitted indirectly to others. It occurred due to a no-longer-used medical treatment.  Alzheimer’s is a neurodegenerative disorder that impairs brain function and causes memory loss and confusion. The condition’s precise cause is yet unknown. Numerous pieces of evidence, … Continue reading "Is Alzheimer’s A Contagious Disease?"
Genetics Might be the Cause of Alzheimer’s
Genetics Might be the Cause of Alzheimer’s in Some Cases
According to new research, having two copies of the APOE4 gene variant may increase the risk of getting Alzheimer’s. The study also discovered that individuals with two copies of APOE4 are more likely to develop the disease earlier in life. A recent study reveals that some Alzheimer’s cases have a direct hereditary origin [1]. No … Continue reading "Genetics Might be the Cause of Alzheimer’s in Some Cases"
Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD)
Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD): Types, Symptoms, and Stages
There are various types of dementia. One of these is frontotemporal dementia, which impacts the brain regions critical for language, behavior, and personality. Frontotemporal dementia (FTD), also known as frontotemporal degeneration, is a set of conditions characterized by progressive neuron loss in the brain’s frontal (the areas behind your forehead) or temporal (the regions behind … Continue reading "Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD): Types, Symptoms, and Stages"