"Changes in the retinal vasculature may identify patients in the earliest stages of Alzheimer's disease, possibly well before the first symptoms appear, according to two studies reported here.
One study showed that patients with Alzheimer's disease had significantly reduced macular vessel density (VD) and perfusion density (PD) as compared with patients who had mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and with a group of healthy volunteers. The second study, involving participants in an Israeli registry of familial Alzheimer's disease, showed associations between brain-scan results, cognitive function, and retinal vasculature in asymptomatic individuals with a family history of Alzheimer's disease."
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"Caregivers who understand the disease process of dementia and how to approach the person as the disease progresses are better able to provide an environment that helps the person live as full a life as possible. Remember that everyday activities become more challenging and confusing to a person with Alzheimer’s. Here are some practical tips for caregivers.
When performing daily activities like bathing, it is best to maintain old routines and make bathing relaxing. Simplify the task by assisting as much as needed. Don’t expect participation — even if yesterday they were willing. Every day is different. Assure safety to avoid falls. The person may be more frightened of getting into a tub or shower. A safety assessment should be done regularly as the disease progresses. In addition, people with dementia do not tolerate the cold so make sure the bathroom is warm."
"Treatment with Anavex‘s investigational therapy Anavex 2-73 significantly reduces cognitive decline in people with Alzheimer’s disease and sustains their ability to perform daily activities, according to interim data from a Phase 2 extension study."
"We have all heard stories about someone we know who was seriously injured by a slip-and-fall and worried about whether or not it would be us next. The sad truth is the risk of injury after a fall only increases as we age and can be doubly as likely if we also suffer from cognitive impairment such as Alzheimer’s. Due to the toll that diseases like dementia take on our ability to perform everyday tasks, lowering the risk of a fall by any means is incredibly important."