The Most Common Questions a Dementia Hotline Receives
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Esther Kentish
| April 12th, 2019
People living with dementia and their caregivers often feel as if they have nowhere to turn after a diagnosis. Many caregivers need help navigating…
Brain Scans Prevent Alzheimer’s Misdiagnosis and Lead to Better Treatment—But They’re Not Covered By Medicare
By
Emily Woodruff
| April 2nd, 2019
An under-utilized tool could help correctly diagnose and manage dementia, leading to better care, according to a new study. The study, published in the…
You Asked, We Got the Answers: Disruptive Alzheimer’s Behavior, Confusing Diagnoses, Supplements and Clinical Trials
By
Christine Barba
| March 28th, 2019
After an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, many caregivers and patients feel as if they are sent away with a pamphlet, pills and little concrete advice on…
Routine Eye Exams Could Give Clues About Dementia Later in Life
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Emily Woodruff
| March 19th, 2019
Most people get a yearly eye exam to test their vision and look for signs of degeneration and even diabetes, brain tumors and high…
What Is the Difference Between Dementia and Alzheimer’s?
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Christine Barba
| March 18th, 2019
Many people wonder whether there are differences between dementia and Alzheimer’s. Although dementia and Alzheimer’s are often used simultaneously, dementia is not a disease….
What Are the 7 Stages of Alzheimer’s Disease?
By
Ayana Sadler
| March 8th, 2019
Receiving an Alzheimer’s diagnosis often leaves caregivers and patients feeling confused. While the rate at which the disease progresses varies, it typically moves slowly…
Doctors Don’t Screen for Dementia During Routine Check-Ups
By
Emily Woodruff
| March 5th, 2019
When seniors go to a doctor’s office, they get a routine wellness exam that includes checking their height and weight, blood pressure and an…
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