Alzheimer’s Education
Early Onset Alzheimer’s Disease at Age 62
“I was in the prime of my career…terminated from my position..it was very devastating.” This week we are blessed with a first hand account from someone as they are currently dealing with a diagnosis of younger onset Alzheimer’s disease. We continue the radio show transcription from The Sound of Ideas you can start from the…
Read MoreApproaching a Loved One About Memory Loss
This week we dive back into the radio talk show that focuses on Alzheimer’s disease. We listen in and learn form the Alzheimer’s Association as they address a callers question about how to approach her mom that is showing signs of memory loss. I really like the advice they give as they encourage an honest…
Read MorePreventing Memory Loss and Taking Charge of Your Medical Care
“…there are actually several types of treatable conditions that can be causing memory problems.” This week we explore some interesting discussion that explains reasons for staying physically and mentally active and ways to help “ward,” off Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. An exciting shift in healthcare moves towards a more patient involved system, we must grasp…
Read MoreWhy to Get Diagnosed for Alzheimer’s disease and Dementia as Early as Possible
“I want to be able to make decisions about my life and the future that I will be facing, while I am still able to make those decisions.” People are split between wanting to know about their failing brain health and simply not knowing out of fear of what is to come. As humanity progresses…
Read MorePositive Reasons for Memory, Dementia, and Alzheimer’s Screening
“…people need to screen, people need to be aware, there is nothing worse than people having a lack of awareness of a problem…”
Read MoreBe Attentive to Alzheimer’s and Learn the Real Warning Signs – Interview Part 3
Today we will continue with the “Alzheimer’s Speaks Radio Interview” and go deeper into how people recognize dementia and why it is so easy to go undetected. With this information you will better understand the current state of dementia detection and see that it is time for some major changes! We will share dementia warning…
Read MoreAlzheimer’s – The Importance of Early Detection
In one of our recent blog posts, we introduced some startling statistics. We let you know that over 5 million Americans currently suffer from Alzheimer’s disease and that it is estimated that about a half million Americans younger than age 65 have some form of dementia. These statistics are a harsh reality in regards to the importance of…
Read MoreAlzheimer’s – Common Misconceptions and Facts (Part 3)
In the first two parts of this series, we discussed the idea that Alzheimer’s disease continually causes mass confusion among those diagnosed, their family and friends, as well as the general public. In part one, we talked about misconceptions concerning memory loss, the fatality of the disease and the existence of a cure. Part two delved deeper into the topic by…
Read MoreAlzheimer’s disease – Common Misconceptions and Facts (Part 2)
In part one of our multi-post series, we discussed that Alzheimer’s disease remains one of the most confusing conditions affecting Americans today. Last week, we began introducing common myths, misconceptions and facts related to the understanding of cognitive decline. Today, we continue by debunking three more myths that are common culprits behind the confusion associated with Alzheimer’s…
Read MoreAlzheimer’s Disease – Common Misconceptions and Facts (Part 1)
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most common and misunderstood conditions in the world, and that reason makes it increasingly and incredibly dangerous. In our newest blog post series, we will identify some of the most common myths and misconceptions associated with Alzheimer’s and memory loss and will offer the straight forward facts and answers you have been looking…
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