World Alzheimer's Day

Is Hustle Culture Linked To A Higher Risk Of Alzheimer’s? Experts Explain

Experts warn that the high stress and unhealthy lifestyle associated with hustle culture may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.

Sep 21, 2024, 16:18 PM IST

World Alzheimer's Day: How To Slow Down The Progression Of Alzheimer

Alzheimer’s disease is primarily caused by the buildup of amyloid plaques and neurofibrillary tangles in the brain, which disrupt communication between neurons and ultimately lead to their death. Remember, it’s never too early to start taking care of your brain. Small, consistent changes in your daily routine can make a significant difference in the long run.

 

Sep 21, 2024, 10:29 AM IST

Breaking The Chains Of Loneliness: A New Battlefront In The Fight Against Alzheimer

Imagine a world where the warmth of human connection fades, where cherished memories slip away like sand through an hourglass. This is the reality for millions living with Alzheimer's, a reality often compounded by the crushing weight of social isolation. 

Sep 21, 2024, 08:07 AM IST

World Alzheimer’s Day: Understanding Its Significance and Impact

World Alzheimer’s Day, observed on September 21, aims to raise awareness, support research, and advocate for better care and policies to address the global impact of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. 

Sep 16, 2024, 16:11 PM IST

World Alzheimer's Day: Expert Shares 8 Strategies To Boost Memory

Dr (Col) Joy Dev Mukherji, Vice Chairman and Head – Neurology, explains memory-enhancing strategies. 

Sep 21, 2023, 15:47 PM IST

World Alzheimer's Day: Blood Tests And What They Say About Dementia

Evidence suggests that signs of Alzheimer's disease could be detected in the blood up to 20 years before symptoms start. Catching the disease this early could have a major effect on treatment outcomes for patients. 

Sep 21, 2023, 13:38 PM IST

World Alzheimer's Day: 7 Lifestyle Choices That May Lower Your Risk Of Alzheimer's Disease

According to the World Health Organization, Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia. Here are some lifestyle choices one can make to lower the risk of the disease.

Sep 21, 2023, 10:04 AM IST

World Alzheimer's Day 2023: Causes, Symptoms And Risk Factors For Better Prevention And Management

Alzheimer's disease causes, symptoms, and risk factors are essential for proactive management and research progress and to further manage the disease. September 21 is observed as World Alzheimer's Day each year.

Sep 20, 2023, 16:20 PM IST

World Alzheimer's Day 2023: Know Date, History, And Significance

By coming together on this day, we take a collective step towards a world where Alzheimer's disease no longer robs individuals of their memories and dignity.

Sep 20, 2023, 12:04 PM IST

World Alzheimer's Day 2023: 10 Early Warning Signs And Why Timely Diagnosis Is Crucial - Expert Speaks

Alzheimer's disease, the most common form of dementia according to the World Health Organization, is accompanied by a gradual decline in memory, thinking, behaviour and social skills. September 21 is observed as World Alzheimer's Day each year.

Sep 20, 2023, 11:27 AM IST

World Alzheimer's Day: 'Noise pollution increases risk of dementia'

Each year, September 21 is commemorated as World Alzheimer's Day, and Alzheimer's disease has been found to be the commonest cause of dementia.

Sep 21, 2021, 12:16 PM IST

Suffering from Alzheimer's disease? You may be a patient of Type 3 diabetes

Some other symptoms of this disease include memory loss that disrupts daily life, challenges in solving problems, confusion in time and place, problems with speaking or writing, poor judgement, withdrawal from social life, and mood changes.

Sep 21, 2017, 16:14 PM IST

World Alzheimer's Day: What's normal and what isn't, other symptoms and prevention tips

September 21 is observed as World Alzheimer's Day with an aim to raise awareness about the most common cause of dementia – with AD being its most common form.

Sep 21, 2017, 10:07 AM IST

Alzheimer's disease: Ten signs and symptoms

How do you tell if and when a person's forgetfulness becomes serious and should be checked?

Sep 21, 2016, 09:14 AM IST

Include these foods in your diet to stave off memory problems!

A little lifestyle modification now helps in preventing age-related memory loss.

Sep 20, 2016, 20:35 PM IST

Watch video: 80-year-old man with Alzheimer's lands a record deal after videos of him singing go viral!

The videos posted by his son soon became a worldwide hit.

Sep 20, 2016, 11:45 AM IST

World Alzheimer's Day: Recognizing the symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a chronic neurodegenerative disease which normally starts gradually but worsens overtime. It accounts for 60% to 70% of dementia cases.

Sep 21, 2015, 08:59 AM IST

Lest you forget: Alzheimer's needs more awareness

It started with seemingly simple instances of forgetfulness -- not remembering where the house keys were, or difficulty in recalling the names of some relatives. But over time when her mother, who lived alone, started asking the same questions over and over again, and sometimes forgot that she had had her meal just an hour back, alarm bells started ringing for Rama Venkatesh. Her doubts proved right when the doctor confirmed it was Alzheimer's Disease (AD).

Sep 20, 2015, 18:11 PM IST