While there is no cure for this disease, there are many myths floating around out there that aren’t based in medical reality. Knowing the facts can help you prepare a loved one and yourself for what’s to come. Here are six common myths about Alzheimer’s.
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While Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia, accounting for 60- to 80-percent of cases, there are several other primary types of dementia—including these nine.
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In the United States, Alzheimer’s disease affects one in 10 people aged 65 and older. Despite how common it is, scientists have yet to discover what causes the development and spread of plaques and damaged connections among brain cells, leading to symptoms such as memory loss, confusion and trouble recognizing family and friends. Fortunately, research […]
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We’re all forgetful from time to time. However if it’s happening on a more frequent basis it could be due to a health problem, and it’s not necessarily alzheimer’s disease or dementia. It could perhaps be one of these 6 health conditions that have been known to cause memory loss.
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Today, September 21, 2016 marks World Alzheimer’s Day, a day to raise awareness of the most prevalent type of dementia. Alzheimer’s disease impairs mental functioning due to the progressive degeneration of the brain. The disease has no cure and no lasting treatment, and results in symptoms that typically include loss of speech, memory, problem-solving, and thinking abilities. More than 5 […]
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Current numbers estimate that more than 5-million Americans are suffering from Alzheimer’s, with the vast majority older than 65. Here are 8 promising breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s research.
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