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Old habits die hard
At first glance the evidence seems unbelievable. “How is that possible?” you may find yourself asking. A Statistics Canada analysis of national health survey data (go here for more details) has found...
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The arts have the power
Some weeks ago I wrote a blog that contained the following statement: “Recent studies suggest that involvement in the arts, even listening to music or viewing paintings, supports physical, mental and...
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How love can build a bridge to those with Alzheimers
Sometimes a story comes across our path that causes us to think differently about a problem. The story of Gladys and Naomi, in which two women broke through a barrier that seemed impossible to breach,...
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Alberta OKs 25 new long-term-care and dementia projects, but nixes six other...
The NDP government approved 25 previously announced projects to create long-term-care and dementia spaces in the province, but cancelled six projects because the seniors minister said they required...
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Health Link dementia advice service now available in Edmonton region
Norma Jean Paproski was struggling when she turned to a new support service from Alberta Health Services available across the province for people with dementia and their families. Dementia can be a...
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University of Alberta online tool will help find top GPS trackers for those...
A University of Alberta researcher is expected to launch an online resource this December to help people rate and review location-tracking technologies for people with dementia. Lili Liu, chairwoman of...
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Women and men differ in how they can stave off Alzheimer disease, U of A...
Doing crossword puzzles, daily walks, and eating nutritious meals — Alzheimer disease researchers have been studying in earnest whether habits like these can prevent the onset of dementia. New research...
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Health minister announces expansion of west-end seniors facility
The Alberta government will take a small step closer to its goal of adding 2,000 new long-term care beds by expanding a west-end seniors facility. Ninety-nine new beds will be housed in an expansion of...
View ArticleU of A researchers uncover clue to link between HIV, dementia
The link between HIV and neurological disorders is murky, but researchers at the University of Alberta may have found a thread to pull in unravelling the answer. Estimates vary, but up to 25 per cent...
View ArticleDigital storytelling can help dementia patients recover memories, U of A...
Myrna Jacques clicks through her family photos with Elly Park and shares details about each of them. Each photo triggers a memory for Jacques, who has Alzheimer’s disease. These photos are part of a...
View ArticleOpinion: Those who care for loved ones with dementia need support themselves
Each year, the first Tuesday in April is National Caregivers Day. This day of recognition is designed to raise awareness among all Canadians about the exceptional contribution of informal caregivers....
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