Healthcare Advice

Alzheimer’s disease is a physical disease that causes a buildup of proteins in the brain, which then forms structures known as ‘tangles’ or ‘plaques’, that can cause nerve cells to die, as they block signals and connections in the brain. This can cause a significant loss of brain tissue, as well as limiting the production […]

Depression among the elderly has been found to increase risks of dementia, as well as sometimes also constituting an early stage symptom of Alzheimer’s disease. In fact, a study from the American Medical Association (AMA) published in May 2012 revealed a positive correlation between symptoms of depression manifested during midlife or late life and higher risks of

It’s common to find people out in public who are asking for help perhaps for directions, or for change. It’s almost a daily occurrence that a stranger will approach you or someone next to you on the street. While it is easy and often the case to ignore these people, especially if you have a

Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of Dementia can impact every aspect of a carer’s daily life. As Alzheimer’s develops, caregivers will be faced with tests of stamina, problem solving, and resiliency. Some of the most common situations caregivers face can be truly heart breaking and can sometimes be very difficult to deal

With the cold weather now well and truly upon us, and winter just around the corner, it’s normal to feel concerned about your loved ones, particularly any elderly friends or relatives who may be living on their own through these chilly months. Although winter-related mortality fell in 2013/14, there were still over 18,000 preventable deaths in England and

Over 850,000 people are suffering from dementia in the UK, and this figure is expected to rise to over 1 million by 2025. It’s also predicted that 225,000 will develop dementia this year – one person will be diagnosed every three minutes. Dementia is an umbrella term for a progressive and degenerative brain disease, and

We’re in the middle of a heatwave and the UK is enjoying some of the hottest weather we’ve ever experienced. From the sunbathing to the barbecues, this beautiful weather offers a lot of positives, but not everyone enjoys it. Whilst the hot weather is putting the majority of the UK in a great mood, the

Flu and Dementia: Who is Most Susceptible to the Flu?  It has been recognised that those aged 65 and over are at greater risk of developing complications from the flu as immune defences become weaker with age. According to the CDC, it has been estimated that 70-90% of flu-related deaths have been among those aged

What is Dementia?  Dementia is a chronic disorder of the mental processes caused by either a brain disease or injury damaging the brain. Symptoms can start appearing early, and their severity will mostly depend on what is causing the dementia itself and, combined with a person’s overall health, will dictate the speed of deterioration. There are

A person’s physical health is important to not only them but to their loved ones as well. Being in good physical health allows us to enjoy all that life has to offer. Whether that involves exercises like walking, running or swimming, being physically active helps us to feel good. But what is it about the