Alzheimer; News from the web:
A report on the Alzheimer’s disease summit: path to 2025. There is the promise of cooperation and joined paths to concur the looming crisis.
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Alzheimer in the Museum
A cure for Parkinson, Huntington and Alzheimer?
Alzheimer; News from the web:
It is too early to call it a cure but scientist have now really set a step in the right direction. In a nutshell this research came up with a chemical that prevents brain tissue from dying, thus generating very good results in mice. This will be a great path to explore.
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Alzheimer and good news
Alzheimer; News from the web:
The Washington post today brings an overview article on Alzheimer. A good read and great overview on the latest good news.
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We are running out of Alzheimer caregivers
Alzheimer; News from the web:
Due to the epidemic in Alzheimer cases the caregiver resources are stretched till the maximum these days and the end is not in sight. The new Alzheimer report 2013 calls it like this: “Governments need to acknowledge the role of caregivers and ensure that there are policies in place to support them. “
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We need support services
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Caregivers are “killing themselves” to help patients. Here is what recent research shows:
What the study found is that there is an overwhelming need for support services such as respite and home care, adult daycare, companion services, and parallel doctor’s visits.
Caregivers to those suffering with Alzheimer’s perform daily living activities, such as hygiene, dressing, feeding, shopping, household chores, meal preparation, and transportation.
They help with medical needs, manage finances, keep a constant watch on behavioral changes or safety concerns. This often leaves little time to pay attention to their own needs and health issues.
The study showed that 60.6 percent of participants delayed treatment and 58.6 percent had worsening medical conditions.
These conditions included depression, stress, blood pressure, anxiety, and physical pain, including arthritis.
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