What’s The Difference Between Dementia and Alzheimer’s?
There are an estimated 6 million people in the United States with Alzheimer’s according to a recent study by UCLA, with close to 50 million people in various early stages as of the end of last year (2017). During the same time period, the World Health Organization says that there are 50 million people with […]
Seven Stages of Dementia
Dementia is one of the major causes of disability among older people worldwide. There is often a lack of awareness and understanding of dementia and the stages of progression. This info graphic outlines the seven stages of dementia, symptoms and conditions.
Lowering Cholesterol, Blood Pressure May Reduce Alzheimer’s Risk
WEDNESDAY, April 13, 2011 (Health.com) – Treating traditional risk factors for heart disease such as hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes may also prevent the progression of mild memory and cognitive problems into full-blown Alzheimer’s disease, a new study suggests. Although dietary changes, cholesterol-lowering statins, and hypertension drugs such as beta-blockers are far from a surefire way […]