Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia in persons over the age of 65, but not the only one. Most people over the age of 80 have more than one cause for their dementia such as cardiovascular issues, small strokes and Parkinson’s Disease. It is also important to highlight that cognitive decline cannot be explained as being associated with another … [Read more...] about The Journey Through the Diagnosis of Dementia
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Dementia and COVID-19 in Latin America and the Caribbean
The COVID-19 crisis has highlighted the ongoing global lack of preparedness for health systems around the world. In the case of some diseases like dementia, one of the biggest health and social care crises of this and future generations; awareness, support and education are key to successfully prepare patients, family members and caregivers. In this article, we ask Paola … [Read more...] about Dementia and COVID-19 in Latin America and the Caribbean
Women as Caregivers: Less time, less money, more work.
Latin America and the Caribbean is the fastest-aging region in the world. People living longer is a positive development, but it brings with it more widespread care dependence—difficulty performing activities of daily living like bathing or getting dressed. We estimate that by 2050, between 27 and 35 million people in our region will need help completing these basic tasks. This … [Read more...] about Women as Caregivers: Less time, less money, more work.
Who takes care of older people in Latin America and the Caribbean?
More than 8 million older people are dependent on long-term care in Latin America and the Caribbean. These people are not able, on their own, to perform at least one basic activity of daily living, such as bathing or showering, eating, using the toilet, dressing, getting around a room, or getting in and out of bed. In this region, care dependence affects 12% of people over … [Read more...] about Who takes care of older people in Latin America and the Caribbean?