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"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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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.
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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.
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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.
Aging In Place
Did you know that the silent aspiration elderly is a serious but often overlooked issue that can lead to severe complications in older adults? With age, the ability to swallow may decline due to weakened muscles and reduced reflexes. They start to have swallowing problems.
Types of Dementia
Learn about the Cognistat Test, a comprehensive screening tool for detecting memory problems and cognitive impairment in loved ones. This test assesses emotion, behavior, and learning ability in individuals and can take up to 20-30 minutes to complete.
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Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of vision loss Many vision-impaired seniors do not know what advanced technology offers them. Find out here
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Discover the benefits and drawbacks of feeding tubes for elderly patients with this comprehensive guide.
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Antibiotic resistant bacteria superbugs, like CRE, are a growing threat that infect over 2 million people in the US annually and kill at least 25,000.