Is Dementia Linked to Diabetes?
Did you know nearly 30 million Americans have diabetes? Most suffer from Type 2, which is the result of poor diet and lack of exercise, while less than 10 percent are born with Type 1. With diabetes, your body is less able to convert sugar to energy. Over time, this chronic disease can cause damage…
Communicating with Someone Who Has Dementia
It is very difficult to watch your loved one’s health deteriorate from a progressive disease like dementia. There are many different forms of dementia, from Alzheimer’s to Parkinson’s, and all weaken the mind over time. However, what can be most challenging to accept is the change in your family member’s personality. Whether it’s Mom, Dad…
Alzheimer’s Disease: Fact vs. Fiction
Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia, is a serious condition that currently affects about five million Americans. By 2050, the Alzheimer’s Association projects that number to be as high as 16 million. Alzheimer’s disease is currently not curable and the causes remain somewhat complex. If a family member has this condition, you may…
Dementia Rates Have Dropped
A recent study revealed that dementia rates in the US have dropped by nearly 25 percent from 2000 to 2012. Dementia is a progressive disease that causes memory loss and confusion. There are several forms, including vascular and dementia with Lewy Bodies. Over five million Americans suffer from Alzheimer’s disease the most common type of…