Dementia is an umbrella term used to refer to many types of neurodegenerative diseases—one of which is Alzheimer’s. And while the majority of dementias are diagnosed as Alzheimer’s, a recent study showed that thousands of people … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Can an Eye Exam Predict Alzheimer’s?
April 19, 2019 by
Dear Ernie and Janette,I read somewhere that a simple eye exam can predict whether or not someone will get Alzheimer’s. Is this true?Thanks!Cici Cleary---Dear Cici,You are correct. It may be possible to … [Read more...]
Print This PageWhen Mom and Dad Both Have Dementia
April 19, 2019 by
Q. My mother, Mary, is in a world of her own. I call it “Mary-land.” She often walks around in circles fussing about the “people who are breaking into the house." We live in a quiet safe neighborhood, which hasn’t had a break-in … [Read more...]
Print This PageMiss Your Grandmother?. . . Then Rent One!
April 2, 2019 by
Anna's mother died when she was six, and she was raised by her grandmother, Betty. Anna had a close relationship with Betty and has many fond memories of their time together. Betty lived a long life and died at the age of 92. Anna … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: The Home Genetic Test Told Me I Had the Alzheimer’s Gene
February 1, 2019 by
Dear Magic, I got a home genetic test for Christmas last year. I found out I am Irish, so this year I will be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day for real! When I got the results back, they gave me the option to do the health screening. … [Read more...]
Print This PageIs Alzheimer’s Linked to Gum Disease?
January 29, 2019 by
Barbara recently went for her semi-annual dental cleaning and check-up and was told she has gingivitis (gum disease). She wasn’t surprised, as she has had a history of tooth decay and gum disease since she was a child. She always … [Read more...]
Print This PageA BOLD Step in the Fight Against Alzheimer’s
January 11, 2019 by
Q. I have a close friend who was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. She is one of many family friends and relatives that have the debilitating disease. When I think about them and the health crisis that Alzheimer’s has become, I … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Can the Dangerous Consequences of Hearing Loss be Lessened by OTC Hearing Aids?
January 10, 2019 by
Dear Magic, My daughters and I suspect that my wife is experiencing hearing loss, but hearing aids are so expensive. I heard something about legislation that passed making them available over the counter. Is this true, and if so, … [Read more...]
Print This PageCan Dementia Symptoms Come and Go?
December 28, 2018 by
Q. My husband, my kids, and I visited my mother this year for the holidays. Mom was diagnosed with dementia last year, so I took some of Magic the bunny’s advice from Critter Corner on how best to celebrate the holiday with her. … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Having a Dementia-Friendly Holiday
December 21, 2018 by
Dear Magic,You look so cute in your Christmas tree headband that I thought I would ask you this question. My mom is coming for Christmas and will be at my home for several days. I haven’t seen her for a while, and my brother, … [Read more...]
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