Living with the Alzheimer's Gene

Living with the Alzheimer’s Gene – Coping Strategies and Genetic Testing Options

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In this article, we will discuss coping strategies and genetic testing options for those living with the Alzheimer’s gene. We’ll cover everything from understanding the APOE gene to living well with Alzheimer’s. As medical science advances, we have learned more about our genes and their role in our health. One such gene that has received much attention is the APOE gene, which is associated with an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Living with the Alzheimer’s…

How to Reduce the Risk of Alzheimer's Disease

7 Ways to Reduce the Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease

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Every year, more seniors want to know how to reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s Disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disease characterized by memory loss, personality changes, and disorientation. There are over 6.5 million people diagnosed with AD in the United States alone. That number will increase as the population ages. About 10.7% of those affected by AD are over the age of 65. We expect this problem to worsen over the next 20…

Alzheimer's and Dementia - 15 Popular Questions

Alzheimer’s and Dementia – 15 Popular Questions Answered

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The terms Alzheimer’s and dementia are often interchanged and mistaken. According to the World Health Organization, Over 55 million people around the world have dementia. Over six million Americans have the disease.  The odds are that you know someone with dementia. If you’re a caregiver, chances are higher. That’s not to say that you’re alone, though; there’s a large community of caregivers who share your worry and care for loved ones with Alzheimer’s and other…

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Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Disease – How to Tell if Someone Has It

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Early-onset Alzheimer’s disease is not common, and it’s difficult to diagnose, because of shared symptoms with many other diseases and disorders. However, early diagnosis is important, as early treatment may help manage further symptoms. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, affecting up to 40% of those over 85. This disease changes behavior, cognition, and memory. Researchers have found that two proteins—beta-amyloid (plaque) and tau (tangles) damage nerves in the brain. As a…

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Stress and Alzheimer’s Disease – Stress Management for Seniors

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The link between stress and Alzheimer’s disease is an essential consideration for family members of seniors with cognitive decline. Research has shown that there is a correlation between stress and the progression of the disease. This means that taking care of one’s mental health can potentially help delay or even prevent the onset of dementia symptoms. Due to the pandemic, people are experiencing record levels of stress. In a survey from September 2020, data shows…

Part 3 – Alzheimer’s Disease – Guide by Applewood Our House Assisted Living Memory Care

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Alzheimer’s Disease In 1906, Dr. Alois Alzheimer first noticed and described the change that happens in the brain.  He found amyloid plaques (basically abnormal clumps) and bundles of fibers that were tangled in clusters (now referred to as Neurofibrillary Tangles).  This is now the mapped pattern in the brain that all Alzheimer patients go through. It is not known how Alzheimer’s disease begins; but it is known that damage in the brain can begin 10…