Global prevalence of young-onset dementia examined
Jul 20, 2021
Worldwide, an estimated 3.9 million people aged 30 to 64 years are living with young-onset dementia.
Researchers develop ‘Fitbit on steroids’ for people with dementia
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 06, 2016
Researchers at the Missouri University of Science and Technology have developed what they are calling a “Fitbit on steroids,” a wearable sensing device that can track the activities and behavior...
Artificial intelligence, MRI combination achieves 94% accuracy in predicting dementia
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Dec 09, 2021
A form of artificial intelligence combined with MRI scans of the brain predicted with 94% accuracy whether individuals with a specific type of early memory loss would go on to develop Alzheimer’s diseases...
Group activities benefit those with dementia: research
By
Lois A. Bowers
May 03, 2016
Two studies from different continents show the benefits of group activities for people who have dementia.
Study will examine use of antipsychotics in assisted living
Nov 02, 2015
A $3.4 million, five-year, seven-state study will examine the off-label use of antipsychotic medications in residents with dementia living in assisted living communities.
Husband says he killed wife with dementia at her request, police report states
By
Lois A. Bowers
Mar 29, 2017
A Florida man has been charged with premeditated homicide after he reportedly shot and killed his wife, who lived in an assisted living community and had dementia. The man told police that his wife had...
For those with dementia, music may improve mood
By
John O'Connor
Nov 26, 2018
It has been said that music can soothe the savage beast. Apparently, it can do some good things for those with dementia as well.
More news for Tuesday, Dec. 20
Dec 19, 2016
CMS announces Medicare-Medicaid ACO model … Frequent sauna bathing protects men against dementia … Researchers combat antimicrobial resistance using smartphones … The growing need for...
Study: Technology helps decrease antipsychotic use in residents with dementia
By
Lois A. Bowers
Mar 09, 2016
Use of touchscreen computers with interfaces tailored to residents’ interests and abilities can result in a clinically significant decrease in the use of antipsychotic drugs among those with dementia,...
Opening Minds through Art at Jewish Home Family
By
Haymarket Media
May 21, 2018
Jewish Home Family says the Opening Minds through Art program has improved the well-being of residents, given new perspectives to staff and bolstered community relations.