Tag: Caregiver support
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Why Alzheimer’s makes aging at home more difficult: expert insights
Introduction: aging at home and the Alzheimer’s hurdle Many Canadian seniors envision a final chapter spent in the place they know best: their own homes. Yet a dementia diagnosis such as Alzheimer’s can quickly transform that plan into a complex challenge. Experts say the combination of cognitive decline, behavior changes, and escalating care needs demands…
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Why Alzheimer’s Makes Aging at Home More Difficult: Expert Insights
Introduction: The wish to age at home faces a new challenge Many Canadian seniors express a strong desire to spend their remaining years in the comfort of their own homes. Yet a dementia diagnosis such as Alzheimer’s often complicates that plan. A brain expert explains that while homes are familiar and comforting, the daily realities…
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Determinants of poor glycemic control in children with type 1 diabetes mellitus in Northwest Ethiopia
Overview Poor glycemic control among children with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) poses a significant public health challenge in Northwest Ethiopia. It raises the risk of acute complications, accelerates the development of chronic diabetes-related issues, and increases healthcare costs for families and the system. While biological factors play a role, a range of social, economic,…
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PEG Tubes in Atypical Parkinsonian Syndromes: Survival and Aspiration Outcomes in a Global Retrospective Study
Introduction: Dysphagia and the Need for Enteral Support in ATPS Dysphagia is a frequent and challenging complication of atypical parkinsonian syndromes (ATPS), including progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), multiple system atrophy (MSA), and corticobasal syndrome (CBS). Impaired swallow function elevates the risk of aspiration pneumonitis or pneumonia, contributing to substantial morbidity and mortality. Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy…
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UK’s Youngest Dementia Patient Dies at 24: Doctors Say Brain Was 70
Tragic Loss of the UK’s Youngest Dementia Patient The UK mourns as Andre Yarham, the country’s youngest known dementia patient, has died at the age of 24. Diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of dementia less than two years ago, Yarham’s case drew national attention to how dementia can affect younger people and the…
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Unpaid Caregiving Costs: The Hidden Economic Toll of Diabetes by 2050
Overview: A Hidden Driver of Diabetes Costs New research shows that the global macroeconomic burden of diabetes by 2050 may be driven as much by unpaid caregiving as by direct medical expenses. A large international modelling study projects that the economic impact could reach up to a staggering amount, with unpaid caregiving accounting for a…
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Friends of Couple Who Chose Suicide: A Quiet, Painful Decision Explained
Understanding the Context Behind a Difficult Choice News reports about two adults who decided to end their lives, despite not having terminal illnesses, have sparked a wide-ranging conversation about health, suffering, and the options available to those who feel their quality of life has irreversibly deteriorated. The couple, who faced escalating health challenges that included…
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New App Helps Patients and Families Navigate Alzheimer’s in the US
Introduction: A lifeline for families facing Alzheimer’s When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, families often feel overwhelmed by the torrent of questions, appointments, and decisions that follow. A new app is changing that experience by acting as a personalized navigator for patients and their families across the United States. By providing easy…
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Parent or Grandparent Has Dementia? Specialists Reveal 6 Daily Routines to Dramatically Reduce Anxiety
Understanding the Need for Routine in Dementia Care Dementia disrupts memory, communication, and daily independence. For many families, anxiety—both for the caregiver and the person with dementia—can rise as uncertainty grows. Experts say that a predictable, soothing routine offers essential grounding, reduces triggers, and fosters a sense of safety. Implementing six practical routines can dramatically…
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New national recommendations boost care for traumatic brain injury patients
Introduction: A Turning Point in Traumatic Brain Injury Care Traumatic brain injury (TBI) affects millions of Americans each year, often leading to lasting health challenges that ripple through families and communities. In response, national health authorities have issued new recommendations designed to standardize and elevate the care that TBI patients receive—from the moment of injury…