A so-called “family history” is not always associated with developing the disease — it is likely a combination of genetic, other medical, and lifestyle risk factors.

Los llamados "antecedentes familiares" no siempre están asociados con el desarrollo de la enfermedad; es probable que sea una combinación de factores de riesgo genéticos, otros médicos y de estilo de vida.

Aquí presentamos los consejos favoritos de un nutricionista que los cuidadores pueden usar para manejar los desafíos comunes en el apetito y los hábitos alimentarios de sus seres queridos.

La enfermedad de Alzheimer puede afectar diversos aspectos de la salud, como cambios en el apetito y el gusto. A continuación, se presenta un resumen de lo que puede esperar.

Here are a nutritionist’s favorite tips that caregivers can use to manage the common challenges in their loved one’s appetite and eating habits.

Alzheimer's disease can impact various aspects of a person's health, including changes in appetite and taste. Here’s an overview of what to expect.

Lack of water, called dehydration, can be quite dangerous and can lead to decrease blood volume, which lowers the amount of blood sent to the major organs of the body, especially the kidneys. Therefor it is especially important for an older adult to keep up his or her fluid intake. Here’s how to do it.

La falta de agua, llamada deshidratación, puede ser bastante peligrosa y provocar una disminución del volumen sanguíneo, lo que disminuye el flujo sanguíneo a los principales órganos del cuerpo, especialmente a los riñones. Por lo tanto, es especialmente importante que una persona mayor mantenga una ingesta adecuada de líquidos. Aquí te explicamos cómo hacerlo.

Identifying and engaging with a medical team that you can count on can make a big difference for you and your loved one. Here is an overview of the types of healthcare professionals you may want to seek out as part of your “caregiving village”.

There is scientific evidence that in some cases, genes can play a role in the development of Alzheimer’s disease. The most common gene that increases the risk of Alzheimer’s is known as “APOE”. Here’s a list of commercial companies that test for the presence of the gene.

One of the biggest responsibilities that comes with caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease is keeping them safe. This can be challenging as Alzheimer’s is a progressive disease, and so it can be hard to know when your loved one’s capabilities have declined to the point that you can no longer leave them safely alone by themselves. Here are some signs that indicate it is no longer safe to leave your loved one alone in the house.

A medida que las temperaturas del verano suben a los 90 grados, las personas mayores corren el riesgo de sufrir afecciones causadas por el calor extremo, como deshidratación e hipertermia, que pueden provocar agotamiento por calor y su forma más grave, el golpe de calor.

Many caregivers say that coping with incontinence is one of the most challenging parts of their duties. But with patience, compassion, and the latest tools, you can manage this challenge while preserving your loved one’s privacy and dignity.

Muchos cuidadores dicen que lidiar con la incontinencia es una de las partes más desafiantes de sus deberes. Pero con paciencia, compasión y las últimas herramientas, puede afrontar este desafío preservando al mismo tiempo la privacidad y la dignidad de su ser querido.

Hallucinations can be caused by diseases like Alzheimer's, which change the way the brain interprets what is seen or heard. Hallucinations can be very convincing, with the result that our loved ones have a false understanding of what they are seeing or hearing. Here’s how to cope.

People with Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders (ADRD) often have problems with sleeping or may experience changes in their sleep schedule. Scientists do not completely understand why these sleep disturbances occur, but as with changes in memory and behavior, the impact of disease on the brain can result in changes in sleep. 

Aproximadamente el 60% de tu cuerpo está compuesto de agua. Todos los sistemas de tu cuerpo dependen del agua para funcionar correctamente. La falta de agua en el cuerpo puede reducir tu energía, hacerte sentir cansado y mareado, y perjudicar la función renal. Aquí te explicamos cómo mantenerte hidratado.

When you live in a place as beautiful as Florida, being outdoors is appealing. It is the Sunshine state after all. But as usual…too much of a good thing can be bad for us. And the sun is no exception. The risk of developing skin cancer is directly related to sun exposure over the years.

The months of June, July and August mean months of heat, humidity -- and hurricanes! -- and present potential risks. But as your mother always said, “An ounce of prevention…”

As summer temperatures climb into the 90s, older people are in danger of conditions caused by extreme heat, such as dehydration and hyperthermia, which can lead to heat exhaustion and its most serious form, heat stroke.