Alzheimer’s (AHLZ-high-merz) disease is a progressive brain disorder that gradually destroys a person’s memory and ability to learn, reason, make judgments, communicate and carry out daily activities. As Alzheimer’s progresses, individuals may also experience changes in personality and behavior, such as anxiety, suspiciousness or agitation, as well as delusions or hallucinations.
In late stages of the disease, individuals need help with dressing, personal hygiene, eating and other basic...
Read moreIn the late stage of Alzheimer's people find it increasingly difficult to communicate their needs and their distress in a verbal way.... Read more »
The CDC (Centers for Disease Control) reported this year that in 2006 Alzheimer's disease moved up one place to become the 6th leading... Read more »
In writing about the agonizing decisions that our family has faced as Mom has succumbed to Alzheimer’s disease (and Chronic Obstructive... Read more »
I am taking an eclectic approach with this week’s blog. In other words, there is no real theme…just thoughts. First, I must... Read more »
It wasn't all that long ago when most people, including many doctors, felt that there really wasn't much point in diagnosing Alzheimer's... Read more »
The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) released the findings of their I CAN: Investigating Caregivers' Attitudes and Needs survey. The survey... Read more »
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
End-stage renal disease (ESRD) is that stage of kidney impairment which is irreversible, cannot be controlled by conservative management alone, and... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
End-stage kidney disease is the complete, or almost complete failure of the kidneys to function. The main function of the kidneys is to remove wastes... Read more »