More Than 1 in 4 Americans Over 50 Are Now Caregivers
Adobe Stock From Newsmax More than 1 in 4 Americans 50 or older are now caregivers, looking after at least one family member or friend who has a health problem or disability, a new poll has found. In all, 30%…
Cayman: Council of Older Persons Launches Inaugural Ageing Forum Sat Aug 3
The Council of Older Persons will host its first forum on Ageing in the Cayman Islands on Saturday, 3 August at Sir Vassel Hall at the University of the Cayman Islands (UCCI). The forum is free to the public and…
Understanding the Progression of Alzheimer’s Disease: From Mild Cognitive Impairment to Advanced Dementia
The journey through Alzheimer’s disease is both complex and challenging for patients and their loved ones. Awareness and understanding are crucial as the disease transitions from its earliest stages to its more debilitating phases. Recognizing the signs and symptoms at…
Many Cases of ‘Dementia’ May Be Liver Cirrhosis
Adobe Stock A new study of aging U.S. veterans finds that one in every 10 who have been diagnosed with dementia might actually have brain impairments caused by liver cirrhosis. It’s a condition called hepatic encephalopathy, and it’s often treatable,…
Beware of These Nursing Home Red Flags
Dreamstime By Lynn C. Allison From Newsmax We’ve all heard horror stories about what can happen in nursing homes, from substandard care to outright abuse of the elderly. That’s why it is so important to do your homework when looking for the…
About 4% of Americans Age 65+ Have Dementia Diagnosis
From Newsmax Some 4% of U.S. adults aged 65 and older say they have been diagnosed with dementia, a rate that reached 13% for those at least 85 years old, according to a report of a national survey released on…
Heart Expert Advice on Keeping Safe in Summer Heat
Adobe Stock As Americans brace themselves for another summer of brutal heat and humidity, the American Heart Association (AHA) warns that heart patients need to take extra precautions to protect themselves. According to the U.S. Centers of Disease Control and…
A Cheap, Generic Drug May Slow Aging
Dreamstime By Lynn C. Allison From Newsmax Longevity scientists are investigating a generic drug that may slow the aging process. Biologist Matt Kaeberlein used rapamycin himself to treat a frozen shoulder that did not respond to physical therapy. Within 10 weeks, the…
Cayman: ‘Wheels for Meals’ Raises 36k for Seniors
(Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands – Thursday 27 June, 2024) Meals on Wheels Cayman Islands (MOW) is proud to announce the success of the 2nd annual Wheels for Meals Spinning and Fitness Challenge fundraiser which took place on Saturday (22 June…