Tag Archives: dementia
Alzheimer’s medications may cause unintentional weight loss and functional decline
DALLAS: Researchers are finding that commonly prescribed dementia medications can lead to dangerous weight loss in patients. In light of this new evidence, they are cautioning physicians to be careful when prescribing medication to their patients.
“This is very relevant to patient care because unintentional Read More »
‘Brain training’ app may improve memory and daily functioning of people with schizophrenia
NEW YORK: A ‘brain training’ iPad game developed and tested by researchers at the University of Cambridge may improve the memory of patients with schizophrenia, helping them in their daily lives at work and living independently, according to research.
Schizophrenia is a long-term mental health Read More »
Using sensory activities to improve dementia care
PHILADELPHIA: Namaste Care is a structured program of sensory activities that aims to improve end-of-life care for people in nursing homes who have advanced dementia by giving them pleasure and helping them connect with others.
Although Namaste Care is only one part of our person-centred Read More »
Compliance with guidelines for treating traumatic brain injury doesn’t necessarily translate into better results
HOUSTON: Two decades ago, the Brain Trauma Foundation published its first set of guidelines for treating traumatic brain injury.
Now, a study has found that compliance with those guidelines doesn’t necessarily translate into better results for patients.
Trauma centres found no evidence that compliance with Read More »