What you need to know about dementia and diabetes

What you need to know about dementia and diabetes

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...
Do you understand the different stages of dementia?

Do you understand the different stages of dementia?

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...
Could COVID-19 increase your risk of dementia?

Could COVID-19 increase your risk of dementia?

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...
Livewell offers specialised dementia care in Gauteng

Livewell offers specialised dementia care in Gauteng

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. When looking for specialised...