12 warning signs of Alzheimer’s

12 warning signs of Alzheimer’s

Consider this: Alzheimer’s disease is the only cause of death among the top 10 (it’s currently ranked No. 6) in the United States that can’t be prevented, cured, or slowed down. Unfortunately practically all of us know of someone – friend, relative or acquaintance - with Alzheimer’s disease

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Recognizing Alzheimer's

Recognizing Alzheimer's

The signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's disease may vary depending on the stage of the disease.  The aforementioned are signs of early symptoms of the disease. People may have mild, moderate, or severe symptoms. The signs and symptoms of mild Alzheimer’s disease include wandering and getting lost, trouble handling money and paying bills, repeating questions, taking longer to complete normal daily tasks, losing things or misplacing them in odd places, personality and behavior changes.

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Memory Loss: New Findings

Memory Loss: New Findings

Memory loss often increase as we age. But a new study is showing that men are more likely to experience it than women and at a faster rate. There's also been a new test that may predict the development of memory tests. Here's the latest.

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Dementia: What you need to know about this growing condition

Dementia: What you need to know about this growing condition

Often incorrectly considered a disease, dementia actually refers to a group of symptoms that negatively affect memory and social abilities, resulting in an interference with daily functioning.  

Primarily, problems with memory and impaired judgment or language are the two major areas affected by dementia.  However, numerous other causes and symptoms of dementia exist, which can make diagnosis and treatment difficult or even impossible.

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The Fundamentals of Dementia

The Fundamentals of Dementia

Dr. Samadi has created your go-to guide for all-things dementia. Learn about the symptoms of memory loss and what to look for.

While often incorrectly considered a disease, dementia actually refers to a group of symptoms which negatively affect memory and social abilities, resulting in an interference with daily functioning.  Primarily, problems with memory and impaired judgment or language are the two major areas affected by dementia.  However, numerous other causes and symptoms of dementia exist, which can make diagnosis and treatment difficult or even impossible.

 

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