Let's work to keep memories alive forever

( the disease and how to deal with )

PleaseHelpSupport Alzheimer's Research Today!
Your Alzheimer's donation will help billionslive without it. Donate online now

Alzheimer's disease is defines as "a progressive, degenerative disease of the brain, which causes thinking and memory to become seriously impaired. It is the most common form of dementia."

The disease was first identified by Dr. Alois Alzheimer in 1906.

While there is no known cause for Alzheimer's disease or way to stop its progression, researchers have discovered that Alzheimer's disease is not a part of normal aging; it affects both men and women (but statistically, women represent 72 per cent of all Alzheimer's cases); it is more common in people as they age - most people with the disease are over 65; it is not caused by hardening of the arteries and it is not caused by stress.

While Alzheimer's disease can have a genetic link in about five to 10 per cent of those with the disease, over 90 per cent have no genetic link.

The diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease in an individual can be overwhelming for both the individual with the disease and those around him/her.

The family - and possibly the individual- has probably been noticing changes. Some of the warning signs to watch for include memory loss affecting daily function, difficulty performing familiar tasks, problems with language, disorientation, poor judgment, problems with abstract thinking, misplacing things, changes in moods and behaviour, changes in personality and loss of initiative.

If you notice these behaviours in yourself or a loved one, it is important to see a physician for a diagnosis, since these actions are not part of the normal aging process.

Once a diagnosis is made, it is important to understand what it means in terms of care and progression. Additionally, it is important to understand how you, as the patient, can help yourself. Healthy food choices, active brain activities, physical activity and reduction of stress can all help in controlling the disease.

While there is no known cause or cure for Alzheimer's at this point, continued research hopes to understand the root causes and find treatments and eventually a cure.

Until that time comes, please contact your local branch of the Alzheimer Society if you have a diagnosis of Alzheimer's, concerns about symptoms or require family support.

If memories are all we really own, let's work to keep them for everyone, forever. ...http://dailygleaner.canadaeast.com/rss/article/912443

High time for easier access to high pressure processing

Processors could soon have access to a cheaper way to test high pressure processing (HPP) technology – so-called ‘cold pasteurisation’ – as interest in the technique returns to the industry, reports sister title Food Manufacture. .... ...http://www.nutraingredients.com/

Беларусь ТВ

Posted YVN