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09/07/2018

08/31/2018

Dementia can affect a person in several ways, but here are 7 early warning signs to look for - be dementia aware.

Worried about developing dementia in later life? These are the early symptoms to watch out for.

08/30/2018

Most people are aware of Alzheimer's but did you know that it is only one type of dementia diagnosis? Here is a great chart which explains the difference between various types of dementia diagnosis and the symptoms related to them.

08/29/2018

Lewy body dementia, or LBD, is an often misdiagnosed, progressive type of dementia that impacts a patient’s motor skills, spatial awareness, basic movement, balance, memory, problem-solving skills, and often causes severe psychiatric indicators—including delusions and hallucinations.

What is Lewy body dementia? Lewy body dementia is a type of dementia, where individuals lose their memory and have difficulty learning new information. Find ...

08/28/2018

New studies have shown that patients with mild high blood pressure at 50 can develop vascular dementia! Learn more about the facts of dementia and its correlation with high blood pressure with this inciteful article from AARP.

New studies indicate that even mild high blood pressure at age 50 can increase the risk of getting dementia.

08/23/2018

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease or (COPD) can progress in a patient resulting from mild to very severe respiratory issues. Learn more about the four stages of COPD and what to expect from each stage.

There are four stages of COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), ranging from mild to very severe. Know what to expect from each stage of COPD.

08/22/2018

COPD is a progressive disease, meaning it typically gets worse over time. That's why it's extremely important to talk to your healthcare provider right away if you're experiencing any symptoms common to COPD. The sooner you're diagnosed, the better you and your healthcare provider can start to manage it.

A simple animation explaining what COPD is, how it is caused, the main symptoms and treatments, and the lifestyle changes that can make a big difference. We ...

08/21/2018

Almost 15 million Americans have been diagnosed with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). COPD makes it hard to get air through the airways and into and out of the air sacs of the lungs. Learn more about the signs and symptoms of COPD with this helpful article from COPD.COM. Enjoy! https://www.copd.com/about-copd/

Are you ready to better manage your COPD? Find resources and information on the basics of living with & managing your COPD.