While little memory slips are normal, when forgetfulness begins to interfere with everyday life, or symptoms pop up suddenly, it might be time to see a doctor. But dementia is shockingly common: [...]
What is Lyme Dementia? There are many known causes of dementia. One of these causes are bacteria. Bacteria are usually ignored despite its historical and current significance in dementia research. A hundred [...]
1. How do bed sores form? Someone who is lying in bed for extended periods of time without being able to move around is vulnerable to getting bed sores, also called pressure sores. Bed [...]
The following is an article written by Kandice Young from the Greenridge Place Community. "I have been a nurse for 14 years, and through my experience as a Clinical Director in a [...]
Dizzy spells in middle age may be a warning sign of dementia 20 years before symptoms appear, research suggests. Scientists think sudden drops in blood pressure - often signalled by dizziness when [...]
Summary: According to researchers, intestinal bacteria can accelerate Alzheimer’s development. New research from Lund University in Sweden has shown that intestinal bacteria can accelerate the development of Alzheimer’s disease. According to the [...]
It might be a good idea to stay away from sugary cereals and sweetened yoghurts for breakfast tomorrow morning. A new study from researchers at the University of Bath has uncovered a link [...]
As you get older, physical activity and exercise really helps you stay healthy, active and independent. However, making sure it is fun, and that you can do it with relative ease, is [...]
New research suggests that certain edible and medicinal mushrooms contain compounds that may promote nerve growth in the brain and protect against "neurotoxic stimuli such as inflammation" that contribute to neurodegenerative diseases, [...]
Former Prime Minister David Cameron vowed that 'dementia is not inevitable' as he became the new President of Alzheimer’s Research UK. Mr Cameron made dementia a focus of his time in office, [...]
