Ways You can Reduce Your Risk of Dementia
Studies have shown that as many as half of people with Alzheimer’s Disease or other dementias go undiagnosed. Even though there is currently no treatment or cure that can alter the underlying cause of the condition, early detection allows for more room to seek medical advice and let caregivers make adjustments for a better quality of life before it gets to an advanced stage.
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Dealing with the 7 Deadly Emotions of Caregiving
Caregivers are the unsung heroes of the frontline of their respective medical spheres, and nobody can truly understand the challenges of caregiving more than a fellow caregiver. The truth is, we sometimes forget that they are human beings as well, prone to exhaustion, stress, and go through moments where it all becomes too overwhelming.
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Recipe to a Healthy Mind: Tips to boost Your Mental Health
Studies have shown that as many as half of people with Alzheimer’s Disease or other dementias go undiagnosed. Even though there is currently no treatment or cure that can alter the underlying cause of the condition, early detection allows for more room to seek medical advice and let caregivers make adjustments for a better quality of life before it gets to an advanced stage.
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Dealing with Dementia: the First Step
Studies have shown that as many as half of people with Alzheimer’s Disease or other dementias go undiagnosed. Even though there is currently no treatment or cure that can alter the underlying cause of the condition, early detection allows for more room to seek medical advice and let caregivers make adjustments for a better quality of life before it gets to an advanced stage.
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World Alzheimer’s Month 2017: An Event to Remember
On the 21 and 22 September, we held our annual event in commemoration of World Alzheimer’s Month. Organised in partnership with Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, where the event was held, the free two-day community health forum focused on the early diagnosis of dementia and how it can contribute to the greater well-being and improving the lives of persons with the condition.
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Still Alice … And Only 100 Years Young
Studies have shown that as many as half of people with Alzheimer’s Disease or other dementias go undiagnosed. Even though there is currently no treatment or cure that can alter the underlying cause of the condition, early detection allows for more room to seek medical advice and let caregivers make adjustments for a better quality of life before it gets to an advanced stage.
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4 Treatable Conditions that can be Mistaken for Dementia
Studies have shown that as many as half of people with Alzheimer’s Disease or other dementias go undiagnosed. Even though there is currently no treatment or cure that can alter the underlying cause of the condition, early detection allows for more room to seek medical advice and let caregivers make adjustments for a better quality of life before it gets to an advanced stage.
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Art Attack!
Creative expression has always been a key pillar of human development and achievement. Our ability to create through art is a sign of our physical, mental, and emotional well-being, allowing us to reach heights and satisfaction that would otherwise be difficult to attain. The same is true for people with dementia.
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First Come, First Safe: The Importance Of Early Diagnosis
Studies have shown that as many as half of people with Alzheimer’s Disease or other dementias go undiagnosed. Even though there is currently no treatment or cure that can alter the underlying cause of the condition, early detection allows for more room to seek medical advice and let caregivers make adjustments for a better quality of life before it gets to an advanced stage.
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Getting the Art and Science of Wellbeing and Happiness
How do you be more mindful at the workplace? Are there steps for caregivers to take to elevate the caregiving experience? These questions and more will be answered at this year’s edition of the Singapore Mental Health Conference (SMHC), a two-day event with the aim to foster collaborations among various sectors to build a society that is mentally healthy and resilient.
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A Bitter Pill To Swallow
A primary symptom of the condition is confusion and disorientation caused by a failing memory and sense of direction. This has become an increasingly worrying problem in Japan, where more and more persons with dementia are reported to be missing.
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Gearing up for World Alzheimer’s Month
This September, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital (Jurong Health) will be playing host to ADA in honour of World Alzheimer’s Month 2017 (WAM). The event will take place on 21 and 22 September, and aims to educate and raise awareness on dementia, as well as promote engagement with persons with dementia through meaningful activities.
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