Common Illnesses for Seniors
What Seniors Need to Know about Coronavirus
With the outbreak of the novel coronavirus, you may be wondering how you can protect yourself. The virus has spread from China and is considered a worldwide pandemic. There are hundreds of reported cases of the infection every day.
This may sound scary, but there are ways […]
Memory Loss
What is Memory Loss?
Memory loss becomes serious when it is more than typical age-related memory loss. When your loved one is no longer able to remember new events or recall memories, it’s time to look into memory care as it is typically associated with dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease.
Read our Ultimate Guide to Memory Care
Symptoms of Memory Loss
Memory loss is typically one of the first signs of dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease. Some of the early signs of memory loss include:
- Asking the same question multiple times
- Forgetting common words when talking
- Mixing up everyday words and saying “cup” when you meant to say “plate” for example
- Taking longer to complete familiar tasks, like following a recipe, or getting ready in the morning
- Misplacing items in random places, like placing your wallet in the freezer, or your phone in a kitchen drawer
- Getting lost while walking or driving to a familiar place
- Walking into a room and forgetting why you are supposed to be there
- Having radical changes in your mood or behavior for no apparent reason
Memory loss can increase gradually, or it can drastically change, very quickly. If you notice that you are having memory problems, talk to your doctor right away to receive a diagnosis and treatment.
Symptoms of Memory Loss
Memory loss is typically one of the first signs of dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease. Some of the early signs of memory loss include:
- Asking the same question multiple times
- Forgetting common words when talking
- Mixing up everyday words and saying “cup” when you meant to say “plate” for example
- Taking longer to complete familiar tasks, like following a recipe, or getting ready in the morning
- Misplacing items in random places, like placing your wallet in the freezer, or your phone in a kitchen drawer
- Getting lost while walking or driving to a familiar place
- Walking into a room and forgetting why you are supposed to be there
- Having radical changes in your mood or behavior for no apparent reason
Memory loss can increase gradually, or it can drastically change, very quickly. If you notice that you are having memory problems, talk to your doctor right away to receive a diagnosis and treatment.
Arthritis
What is Arthritis?
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