People with dementia and Alzheimer’s require specialised care. Whilst there are many nursing homes, retirement villages and frail care options available for seniors, people living with memory loss disorders need specialised care that only an Alzheimer’s facility...
Women are more likely to be diagnosed with dementia than men. Researchers initially drew a connection to the fact that women generally live longer than men. It has been discovered, however, that the increased risk of dementia in women are a result of other...
While there is no proven direct link between diabetes being a direct causal factor of dementia, the number of type 2 diabetes and dementia is rising. Diagnosis of type 2 diabetes is increasing due to multiple reasons. Sugary and fatty diets, little exercise and...
The word ‘dementia’ describes a set of symptoms that may include memory loss and difficulties with thinking, problem-solving, language and other cognitive impairments. The Alzheimer’s Society has explained that these changes are often small to start with, but...
The SARS-CoV-2 virus brought with it a flurry of panic in the early days of the pandemic. As South Africa and the world have moved through a first wave, a resurgence and a second wave, epidemiologists have churned out as much information about the virus to help keep...
For many people, the holidays are a joyful time of year. But for people with dementia, their families, and their caregivers, the holidays can pose special challenges. Family members want to enjoy the festivities, decorate their homes, spend time doing activities,...
