Dementia is a scary diagnosis; however, it does not have to be a dark and mysterious power that haunts your loved one’s every move. After a dementia diagnosis, there is still enough joy to be discovered. Having the proper medical knowledge can assist you or a...
When caring for the frail and elderly, it’s important to note that good health habits can make a difference even to seniors who are prone to illness or have not made their health a priority in the past. Here are 10 tips for keeping up with the health needs of a...
Dementia’s early symptoms are subtle and ambiguous, and they may not be noticeable right away. Having a loved one experience the symptoms of dementia, both with and without a diagnosis, can be confusing and frustrating for family members. This World Alzheimer’s...
Did you know that September is World Alzheimer’s Awareness Month? Today we will debunk some of the common misconceptions and ideas around Alzheimer’s and dementia to ensure that everyone is better informed and can distinguish fact from fiction. Myth 1:...
Taking care of someone with Alzheimer’s and dementia can be a difficult task – this is especially so when dementia has progressed into an advanced stage. The stress placed on caregivers has only increased due to the COVID pandemic. Now there’s the added worry of...
Ageing involves a lot of changes to the body. For most adults, bone density peaks around age 30, then it starts a steady decline which continues for the remainder of our lives. In our 40’s, it’s normal to start undergoing gradual age-related muscle loss, called...
