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Dementia
IN RESPONSE: We appreciate Dr. Finucane's comment about the French government's decision to delist the acetylcholinesterase inhibitors donepezil, galantamine, and rivastigmine.
Dementia
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland (E.S.O., P.V.R.) CME Objective: To review current evidence for prevention and screening, diagnosis, and treatment of in the clinic: dementia. Acknowledgment: The authors thank David M. Blass, MD, one of the authors of the previous version of this In the Clinic. Funding Source: American College of Physicians. Disclosures: Dr. Oh, ACP Contributing Author, has nothing to disclose.
7 Risk Factors for Alzheimer's Disease
Despite tremendous advances in the understanding of Alzheimer’s disease, scientists have yet to pinpoint the causes of the disorder. However, there are certain risk factors that should certainly be considered. Here’s what to know about each one: 1. Older age Older age is the strongest risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease. The likelihood of developing the disease doubles every five years beginning at age 65. After age 95, the risk reaches nearly 50 percent.
What Is Alzheimer's Disease?
Named for the German physician who first identified it in 1906, Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, accounting for 60 to 80 percent of cases. It is a progressive disorder of the brain and is characterized by a gradual deterioration of mental faculties caused by a loss of nerve cells and the connections between them. The disease is often accompanied by changes in behavior and personality.
Traveling with Alzheimer’s
CARETIPS Fight for your Rights by Michael Plontz As a caregiver you must be adept at dealing with insurance issues. Especially in today’s complicated world of HMO’s, PPO’s and long term care policies. The language alone is enough to send you packing. What happens if your insurer refuses to pay part, or all, of your bills? It is not that uncommon. ...more
Study partners perform essential tasks in dementia research and can experience burdens and benefits in this role
Most studies that enroll individuals with dementia require a study partner for each participant. Study partners—usually family members—perform several key roles: accompanying the participant to visits, providing information about the participant, and assisting with procedures such as taking medication. Little is known, however, about their experiences when performing these roles.
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