The symptom of confusion can get mixed up or misdiagnosed as Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. Let’s look at confusion in seniors, its causes, symptoms, and what can be done to treat it. #dementia #alzheimers #seniors #seniorhealth #seniorwellness
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💡 Surprising facts about dementia ⭕️ Currently, there are estimated to be over 55 million people globally living with dementia. The number of affected individuals is expected to rise to 139 million by 2050. ⭕️ A new case of dementia arises somewhere in the world every 3 seconds. ⭕️ Up to three-quarters of dementia patients worldwide have not received a diagnosis. ⭕️ Nearly 80% of the general population are concerned about developing dementia at some point, and 1 in 4 people believe there is nothing we can do to prevent dementia. ⭕️ Nearly 62% of healthcare professionals worldwide mistakenly believe that dementia is a normal part of aging. ⭕️ 35% of caregivers worldwide have admitted to concealing a diagnosis of dementia in a family member. ⭕️ Over 50% of caregivers globally report that their health has suffered as a result of their caregiving responsibilities, despite expressing positive feelings about their role. These figures not only highlight the scale of the problem but also underscore the need for more education, support, and research to effectively manage dementia in the future. #demens #dementia #healthcareproviders #alzheimers #elderlycare #caregivers #alzheimersdisease #alzheimers #nursinghome #demens #medicaldevice Kilde. https://lnkd.in/dKShj2K
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Did you know that anger and aggression affect many individuals with dementia? Discover practical tips for caregivers to handle these challenging moments with compassion and patience. #RightAtHome #Dementia #SeniorCare https://lnkd.in/eFYe5Khn
Dementia-Related Anger in Seniors
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🧠 From national #dementia plans to policies that make #Alzheimers treatments and long-term #care more affordable, countries around the world are stepping up to address an anticipated increase in dementia prevalence in the coming decades. 🔗 Here's more on how policymakers are planning for a dementia surge:
How Policymakers Around the World Are Planning for a Dementia Surge
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https://lnkd.in/drsf9zSS Tips for a Safer Emergency Room Visit when a Senior has Dementia #Tips #for #a #Safer #Emergency #Room #Visit #when #a #Senior #has #Dementia
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Many Americans don't realize that Medicare will cover the cost of cognitive assessments to detect the onset of Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. Getting tested is important. Here is what families need to know: https://lnkd.in/gxBrRCJV #Alzheimers #dementia #memorycare #seniorcare #aging #health #medicare
Medicare and Cognitive Assessments: What Families Need to Know
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