Finnish research opens way to earlier diagnosis for Alzheimer's disease

Finnish research opens way to earlier diagnosis for Alzheimer's disease

A sample taken from spinal fluid can reveal at an early stage whether or not a patient is in danger of coming down with Alzheimer's disease – the most common disease that causes dementia among old people. A doctoral thesis study by Toni Seppälä at the …
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I, CAREGIVER: Caring for dementia victims

Several friends and readers have shared their experiences in caring for their elderly father or mother suffering from dementia and/or Alzheimer's. The most common “complaint” is how they are falsely accused of stealing something from their parent.
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Alzheimers New Zealand launches new website

That is why Alzheimers New Zealand has launched a website providing more options than ever before for accessing information, support and helpful services for anyone affected by dementia. The website, www.alzheimers.org.nz, has been designed to …
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Blackman-Leoni Township Public Safety: Ex-employee refuses to leave Save-A …

Blackman-Leoni Township Public Safety: Ex-employee refuses to leave Save-A-Lot; subject with dementia causes problems, taken to hospital. Published: Friday, August 03, 2012, 3:55 PM Updated: Friday, August 03, 2012, 3:56 PM. Beau Hayhoe By Beau …
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About Dr.Hiti

I am a retired Family Practice Physician that has a passion for teaching people about the various forms of dementia and how to care for your loved one suffering from dementia. I produced a 4 hour video course called The Dementia Caregiver Video Course that takes you from the workup for dementia, through the various challenges you will face in caring for someone with dementia, to end of life issues in dementia. I invite everyone to go to my website and explore the information provided.
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