Mild Alzheimer’s Disease As Alzheimer’s disease progresses, people experience greater memory loss and other cognitive difficulties. Problems can include wandering and getting lost, trouble handling money and paying bills, repeating… more »
Leslie Kernisan, MD MPH Recently, while I was at a family celebration, several people mentioned memory concerns to me. Some were older adults concerned about the memory of… more »
Leslie Kernisan, MD MPH If you have concerns about an aging parent’s memory, you’ve probably wondered if they have Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia. After all, you already… more »
Drinking and Driving Adults of all ages who drink and drive are at higher risk of traffic accidents and related problems than those who do not drink.… more »
As people age, sometimes any sign of forgetfulness or mild confusion is immediately classified or referred to as Alzheimer’s disease. In fact, Alzheimer’s disease is one part… more »
Doctors use several methods and tools to help determine whether a person who is having memory problems has “possible Alzheimer’s dementia” (dementia may be due to another… more »
Adults of any age can have problems with alcohol. In general, older adults don’t drink as much as younger people, but they can still have trouble with… more »
People doing aerobic activities move large muscles in a rhythmic manner for a sustained period. Brisk walking, jogging, biking, dancing, and swimming are all examples of aerobic… more »
What Is Advance Care Planning? Advance care planning involves learning about the types of decisions that might need to be made, considering those decisions ahead of time,… more »
Always consult a medical professional before beginning any physical or aerobic activity program. Regular physical activity is essential for healthy aging. Adults aged 65 years and older… more »
What is Wellness? Wellness, may be defined as a sense of overall well-being. Wellness is being in good physical and mental health. Because mental health and physical… more »
