Medical Conditions
Short-term memory loss (STML) is a type of memory impairment that can interfere with everyday life and activities. It refers to the difficulty in recalling information that has been recently stored due to a lack of practice or engagement with the material.
Healthy Aging
What is Depression? Depression is a mental health disorder that impacts how an individual feels, behaves, and thinks. It is different from sadness or grief experienced in response to life events such as the death of a loved one or a relationship breakup. The main symptoms of depression include feeling
Early Onset Dementia
What is Genetic Testing for Early-Onset Alzheimer's? Genetic testing is a method used to identify a person's risk of developing certain diseases, such as early-onset Alzheimer's. The tests involve collecting a sample of a person's DNA and checking it for specific gene
Eye Health
Introduction to Glaucoma Glaucoma is one of the most common, yet least understood, eye diseases that affecting people around the world. It can cause irreversible vision loss if left untreated, and it is estimated that over 3 million people in America alone already have glaucoma. There is currently no known
Medical Conditions
Kidney infections can lead to severe complications, including hallucinations in some cases. When left untreated, the infection can spread, causing confusion, delirium, or hallucinations due to sepsis or kidney failure.
Medical Conditions
"Diabetes Loss of Appetite: Can It Cause This?" explores how diabetes can affect appetite regulation. Learn about the connection between diabetes, blood sugar levels, and loss of appetite, as well as the impact of complications like gastroparesis on hunger and the importance of managing symptoms.
Alternative Approaches to Care
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Medical Conditions
One caregiver's story of dealing with a loved one with dementia who wants to eat constantly.
Types of Dementia
Learn about the seven stages of dementia, as outlined by Dr. Barry Reisberg, Director of the Clinical Core of the U.S. National Institute on Aging and Professor of Psychiatry at New York University.
Medical Conditions
A four-part series on the difficult subject of when to end cancer treatment. Exploring the experiences of patients like Sara, who battles metastasized breast cancer and struggles with the decision to continue chemotherapy or seek comfort care through hospice.
Alternative Approaches to Care
Pelvic floor dysfunction is a common issue that affects both men and women, impacting their daily lives and overall well-being. But here’s the good news: with the help of pelvic health physical therapy, there’s hope for relief and a better quality of life.
Medical Conditions
Learn about the most common types of dementia, including Alzheimer's, vascular dementia, and mixed dementia, as well as their causes and symptoms. We also discuss less common forms of dementia, such as Creutzfeldt-Jacob disease and Huntington's disease.