Alzheimer's disease & dementia
Using technology to support caregivers of older people with dementia
In June, the government of Canada released its long-awaited Dementia Strategy for Canada: Together We Aspire.
Sep 17, 2019
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Alzheimer's disease & dementia
Family members could play key role in identifying dementia warning signs before diagnosis, new study finds
A new study has revealed that family caregivers and professional care assistants can retrospectively identify signs of dementia in those who go on to develop the condition, which could lead to earlier diagnosis of the illness.
Feb 26, 2019
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Alzheimer's disease & dementia
The health care promises we cannot keep
It was a promise Matt Perrin wasn't able to keep.
Dec 13, 2019
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Health
Families with limited English proficiency are less likely to question their child's hospital care
Communication failures are a known source of medical errors and are especially likely to occur when there are language barriers. A new study at 21 children's hospitals throughout the U.S., led by Alisa Khan, MD, MPH, at Boston ...
Jun 13, 2022
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
From pandemic to endemic: Stress of COVID-19 on families
The novel coronavirus has created unprecedented challenges that were unforeseeable two years ago. The DU Newsroom has been speaking with faculty experts about issues that have arisen or have been exacerbated because of the ...
Feb 3, 2022
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Alzheimer's disease & dementia
One type of dementia is especially costly
(HealthDay)—A type of early onset dementia known as frontotemporal degeneration appears to take an even more punishing toll on family finances than Alzheimer's disease, a new report suggests.
Oct 6, 2017
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Most caregivers of people with dementia are family members, and they need help
Family care of an older adult has emerged as an essential element of the U.S. health care system, with 83 percent of long-term care provided to older adults coming from family members or other unpaid helpers. As the population ...
Nov 29, 2018
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Alzheimer's disease & dementia
Key strategies when caring for a loved one with dementia
(HealthDay)—People caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's or other types of dementia should focus on four main safety issues, an expert says.
Nov 26, 2018
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Alzheimer's disease & dementia
Traveling with dementia: tips for family caregivers
(HealthDay)—Traveling with a loved one who has dementia requires special preparation. The Alzheimer's Foundation of America has some advice.
Aug 3, 2017
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Using deep learning to identify teens most in need of mental health support
The personal yet global struggle with mental health may be more visible now than ever before. Yet many people still find it difficult to access the support they need.
Dec 13, 2023
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