Many people with macular disease tell us that losing their sight feels worse at times like Christmas.
Learn about the causes of age-related memory loss and what you can do to stay mentally sharp and avoid memory problems as you age.
For most of us, Alzheimer's is associated with the elderly, but the reality is that it's not just a disease of old age. Early-onset Alzheimer's Disease (...
Memory loss is subtle and elusive, but you can tell when something’s amiss with a loved one
Attentive readers of TalkingNutrition will remember our post from late last year on antioxidant vitamins and hearing loss. That study showed that intakes of vitamins C, E and beta-carotene was associated with better hearing in a US population. Another group of researchers lead by Choi has recently performed a similar analysis of a different population: a representative sample of older Korean adults. Read on to find out whether the same trends were seen.
Readers say there are humane and legal ways to reduce needless suffering, even for somebody with dementia.
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A video I recently stumbled upon remains vivid in my mind. An elderly couple who had spent a lifetime devoted to one another was coping with the wife's Alzheimer's disease. At this point, the wife was in a nursing home. She was unhappy, aggressive and even combative with the staff. No one knew what to do with her.
“I feel a clock ticking,” Rod Blough said of how his life has changed since he was diagnosed with two types of dementia: younger-onset and
Springing forward just one hour can negatively impact a person’s health and daily routines. Following these 5 tips will help seniors and their family caregivers cope with the time change.
Participating in an Alzheimer's trial "was being part of something bigger," said one patient, and losing that "hurt in some ways more than anything else.”
Coping with a new diagnosis of Alzheimer's or another kind of dementia is not easy. Try these practical tips on adjusting and living well.
Alzheimer’s remains one of the biggest fears and worries about aging. As you get older, chances are you’ll sometimes forget a word, where you left your car k...
Knowing how to help an aging parent can be confusing. We spoke to an expert and got great advice on how to make the transition easier for everyone.
Recent studies have explored some of the factors that influence memory loss and cognitive decline in older individuals, with an eye to the specific role that genetics may play in the process.
Is memory loss a natural part of aging? Do aspartame, aluminum, silver dental fillings or the flu shot increase risk of Alzheimer's? Learn the facts about these myths and more.