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…

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Approaching 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…

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Preventing 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…

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Alzheimer’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…

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Alzheimer’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…

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Alzheimer’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…

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Alzheimer’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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