With the intense focus on Alzheimer’s Disease, it’s understandable that many people are unaware of other types of dementias. And yet, an estimated 1.3 million individuals in the United States have been diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia (LBD). In this post, we’ll discuss the latest treatments and medications for Lewy Body Dementia (LBD). LBD is…
Falling poses a serious risk to the elderly in Brooklyn Heights. According to an article published by the CDC, over one-quarter of Americans over the age of 65 fall each year, making falling the number one cause of injury, both fatal and non-fatal, in this age group. We provide critical tips to avert elderly falls…
Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative condition that’s also sometimes classified as a movement disorder. Basically, the degeneration of neurons (brain cells) is accompanied by tremors, bradykinesia (slowness of movement), and postural instability. Thus, intensive research focuses on reducing these physical challenges. Meanwhile, other research efforts address the wide array of non-movement problems — from…
Do you or a loved one suffer from periodontal disease? At its heart, the disease involves the infection of the gums and tissues surrounding the teeth. To date, medical researchers have uncovered the existence of a close link between periodontal disease and coronary artery disease. By all indications, periodontal disease causes local and systemic inflammations.…
If your loved one has dementia, you know how devastating the condition can be. Dementia can make performing daily activities of living more challenging. Also, it can affect how your loved one relates to you. If you’d like some solutions for the condition, our post about the latest treatments for dementia may help. What Is…
A safe home environment. It’s a must for anyone, but it’s particularly hard for the elderly to obtain. Fortunately, there are a number of different things you can do to ensure your loved ones are safer in their homes on a day to day basis, and these tips on elderproofing can help. A Word of…
Even as COVID-19 cases ebb in many states, seniors with dementia remain at high risk of the disease. Presently, more than 50% of deaths in 14 U.S. states have occurred at nursing homes. And, according to Worldometer, approximately 60% of seniors who succumbed to COVID-19 had underlying health conditions. If your loved one suffers from…