There are a lot of pressures involved in taking care of a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease, which include but not limited to emotional, social, economic, and physical facets of the caregiver’s life. Often time’s seniors with Alzheimer’s are placed in home care... Read More
5.7 million American seniors, or 10 percent of those over age 65, are currently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease – and that number is anticipated to rise to as many as 14 million by the year 2050. The race is on as experts scramble to find a cure or, at least,... Read More
As many as 27 million Americans are affected by osteoarthritis, making it the most common type of arthritis. It is a major cause of work disability and a lowered quality of life. Nonetheless, controlling the pain of osteoarthritis doesn’t mean merely popping pills to... Read More
Those of us who follow the latest research in Alzheimer’s disease are all too familiar with the troublesome amyloid plaques thought to be linked to Alzheimer’s. But could it possibly be that those plaques are actually helpful and could lead to an Alzheimer’s cure?... Read More
Bringing up the topic of caring for or living with dementia at your next summer pool party is a surefire way to turn a festive atmosphere into a subdued atmosphere. Whether you’ve witnessed it firsthand or know only about this disease through what you’ve... Read More
