Jason Karlawish: What is ‘ICU Delirium,’ and What Can Dementia Caregivers Do About It?
As COVID-19 spreads, the risk of the elderly and people with dementia being hospitalized for the disease increases—not to mention all the other medical…
As COVID-19 spreads, the risk of the elderly and people with dementia being hospitalized for the disease increases—not to mention all the other medical…
A few years ago, I had a minor heart attack. I had persistent soreness in my upper left back and, on a whim, I…
As COVID-19 continues to spread and many people make plans to protect themselves and their loved ones, it’s also important to consider mental health…
Being Patient spoke with neurologist Dr. Steven Sabat about how quarantine life can lead to increased feelings of depression and anxiety for both caregivers…
Researchers and physicians once thought that people suffering from dementia wouldn’t understand or follow instructions to perform physical exercises, says Dr. Tim Fleiner, an…
Being Patient spoke with Dr. Dylan Wint, Director of Clinical Operations at Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health in Las Vegas,…
The response was disappointing but not particularly surprising. Earlier in the day, I had sent a quick email to check in with the staff…
Trish Laub was a caregiver to her father with Alzheimer’s and author of The Comfort in their Journey book series. Here, shares guidance on…
Can boosting the brain’s metabolism help treat or prevent Alzheimer’s disease? Scientists are taking a closer look. The factors that contribute to the development…
With fears of the coronavirus spreading, it’s important to consider practical steps to prevent the spread of the disease, particularly among vulnerable populations like…
With concerns about the coronavirus spreading around the U.S., people living with Alzheimer’s or other dementias, as well as their caregivers, should be aware…
Resetting the brain’s immune cells and delaying chronic inflammation may help improve traumatic brain injury recovery, according to a new study. Researchers at Trinity…
Too often we misinterpret behaviors and emotions of people with dementia as symptoms of the disease, overlooking their genuine experiences. Being Patient spoke with…
Schedule an appointment with your doctor these days and you might leave the office feeling as though the doctor’s computer received more attention than…
Experiencing problems with disturbed or irregular sleep is common as people age. For people with dementia and their caregivers, these can be even bigger…