Like Humans, a Dog’s Odds for Dementia Rises With Age
Many physical health issues can also cause CCD-like signs, Borns-Weil said. Pain, from conditions like arthritis, is a major one. "If you think your dog has signs of cognitive…
Abnormal Heart Chamber Linked to Higher Dementia Risk: Study
Aug. 22, 2022 – Older adults with an upper heart chamber that’s of abnormal size or doesn’t work well may have up to a 35% higher risk for dementia, according…
Pregnancy Complication Ups Dementia Risk, Research Suggests
Aug. 16, 2022 – Women who have high blood pressure while pregnant are more likely to get dementia later in life, new research hints.High blood pressure disorders of pregnancy affect…
Diets Heavy in ‘Ultra-Processed’ Foods Could Harm the Brain
By Steven Reinberg HealthDay ReporterTHURSDAY, July 28, 2022 (HealthDay News) -- Eating lots of ultra-processed foods may dramatically increase your risk for dementia, according to a new study by researchers…
Dementia: Ex-Wales rugby star fears not recognising his children
Ex-Wales winger Lenny Woodard says some players can't face telling loved ones about their illness. Source link
Scientists Find Brain Mechanism Behind Age-Related Memory Loss
July 1, 2022 – Scientists at Johns Hopkins University have identified a mechanism in the brain behind age-related memory loss, expanding our knowledge of the inner workings of the aging…
Dementia patients not allowed to use toilet
When Bessie, 86, was taken into Rotherham General Hospital, in 2019, after falling at home, she had been continent. Despite this, her daughters Janine Ward and Susan Nurden say, staff…
Ex-footballer Colin Gibson urges testing after dementia diagnosis
Colin Gibson says being diagnosed means "you know what you are dealing with". Source link
Holistic Program May Help People With Alzheimer’s, Dementia
May 19, 2022 – In 2018, David Elliot, an 83-year-old retired international businessman, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. His health care providers encouraged his wife, Susan, to join a caregiver…
Race Plays Huge Role in Dementia Risk
By Amy Norton HealthDay ReporterTUESDAY, April 19, 2022 (HealthDay News) -- Black, Hispanic and Asian Americans have an increased risk of being diagnosed with dementia as they age -- for…