Alzheimers and Dementia Blog - Alzheimers Association of Northern California and Northern Nevada

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Education

New PBS Documentary Highlights Alzheimer’s Threat

A powerful new documentary by PBS, titled “˜Alzheimer’s: Every Minute Counts’, addresses the national threat posed by Alzheimer’s disease. The documentary illuminates the social and economic consequences for the country unless a medical breakthrough...

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Caregiving

Alzheimer’s in the Latino Population

There are over 34 million unpaid caregivers in the United States (AARP, 2008). Spouses, children, grandchildren, extended family, neighbors and friends step in and provide help with everyday needs of individuals from all walks...

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Education

Xerostomia (Dry Mouth) and Alzheimer’s

Seniors often suffer from Dry Mouth, which is a lack of sufficient saliva, resulting in an uncomfortable feeling of dryness. People with Alzheimer’s are at higher risk as they may not drink enough water...