Genes May Be Key to Prevent Dementia

Genes May Be Key to Prevent Dementia

… who may or may not be so genetically gifted — is that learning more about the genes in Light's family and other like it may be the key that will one day help protect the rest of us from dementia. Is There a Link Between Dementia and Alzheimer's …
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Are some people immune to dementia

Once researchers find those genes, Silverman hopes they can then hone in on treatments – or even cures – for dementia and Alzheimer's disease. “These are going to be relatively rare individuals [with dementia-protective genes],” Silverman said. “The …
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Caregiver, boyfriend charged with stealing money from 92-year-old dementia …

Police in Lexington have arrested a caregiver and her boyfriend, charging them with stealing from an elderly woman. WTVQ-TV (http://bit.ly/N4Z5eE ) reported 35-year-old Jennifer Abney was a hired caregiver for a 92-year-old dementia patient …
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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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