New study finds that people with #dementia were twice as likely to get COVID-19 compared to people without dementia.
Tag: Dementia
Do You Know the Five Most Common Forms of Dementia?
Researchers have connected changes in the brain to certain forms of #dementia. Do you know the five most common forms?
Video: How does Alzheimer’s Disease Change the Brain?
Scientists continue to unravel the complex brain changes involved in the onset and progression of Alzheimer’s disease. It seems likely that changes in the brain may begin a decade or more before memory and other cognitive problems appear. This four-minute video,…
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Exercising with Alzheimer’s disease and Related Dementias
Being active and getting exercise may help people with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias maintain a healthy weight and have regular toilet and sleep habits. If you are a caregiver to a person with dementia, consider exercising together to make…
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Diagnosing Lewy body dementia
Dementia with Lewy bodies is often hard to diagnose because its early symptoms may resemble those of Alzheimer's or a psychiatric illness. The good news is that doctors are increasingly able to diagnose Lewy body dementia earlier and more accurately as…
Adapting activities for people with Alzheimer’s disease
People with Alzheimer's disease need to be active and do things they enjoy. Plan activities that the person with Alzheimer's enjoys in your daily routine, and try to do them at a similar time each day. He or she can…
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Check out NIA’s Resources for Dementia Caregivers
The National Institute on Aging is committed to supporting research and developing materials to help caregivers of persons with dementia. You can find free online information to help you in your caregiving journey on topics including: Managing behavior changes Tips for everyday…
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5 Tips to Make Everyday Tasks Easier With Early Stage Dementia
Many people with early-stage dementia continue to successfully manage their everyday activities. But it’s important to look ahead to a time when performing daily tasks will be harder. The sooner you adopt new strategies to help you cope with changes,…
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News from the NIA: Controlling High Blood Pressure Can Reduce Dementia Risk
Investigators examined long-term data from four different countries and found that treating high blood pressure with medication not only improves older adults’ cardiovascular health, but also can reduce their risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.The global team of scientists, coordinated…
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Talk to Your Family About Alzheimer’s Disease
A family history of Alzheimer’s disease may mean that you are at a higher risk of developing the disease yourself. Read and share this infographic about the genetics of Alzheimer’s: Visit the NIH website to learn more about Alzheimer’s genetics.