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Ted Turner has Lewy Body Dementia. What is it?
Dear Bebe, I recently read that Ted Turner announced that he has been diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia. I’ve never heard of this. Can you tell me something about it…
Could Loss of Smell Nearly 10 Years Prior Signify Lewy Body Dementia?
Dear Hayek, I recently heard that loss of smell could signify Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) as much as 9.3 years before it starts. Is this true? If so, are there…
Signs of Lewy Body Dementia
…has symptoms similar to both Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. Do you know what the signs of Lewy Body Dementia are? Lou Ebotee —- Dear Lou, Lewy body dementia (LBD) affects 1.4…
Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) Affects 1.3 Million
…affected by Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), a form of progressive dementia. The best online resource for those who are interested in learning more about the disease is the Lewy Body…
What is the Difference Between Alzheimer’s and Dementia?
…Body Dementia ● It is also known as “cortical Lewy body disease” or “diffuse Lewy body disease.” ● It is the third most common type of dementia. ● Main symptoms…
What is Neuropalliative Care and Why is it a Good Option for those with Progressive Neurological Diseases?
Q. My father was diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia six months ago. We are trying to figure out the best type of care for him at this stage and into…
What if It Resembles Dementia or Parkinson’s, But It’s Actually a Treatable Disorder?
…often occurs along with Lewy body dementia, nor any other type of dementia, have a cure, which makes planning for long-term care imperative. If you or a loved one has…
Is it Dementia or Adult ADHD?
…ADHD Cause Dementia? Adults with symptoms of ADHD are more than three times as likely as other adults to develop Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) later in life, according to new…
Are they Senior Moments or is it Dementia?
…with a myriad of symptoms. The most common type of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease. Other types of dementia include: Lewy body dementia; dementia brought on by Parkinson’s disease; vascular dementia…
Our 21 Top Articles of 2021
…at the national and community levels. Robin Williams Would Have Been 70 This Year — What We Now Know About His Lewy Body Dementia Robin Williams’s suicide brought awareness to…
Is Medicaid Going to Want Us to Pay Them Back?
Q. I recently heard a horror story on NPR about a woman whose mother had Lewy body dementia, and Medicaid paid for her care. When she died, the state sent…
How Certain Types of Dementia Can Unleash a Person’s Creativity
Arthur (Art) Lee suffers from Lewy body dementia (LBD). Words often fail him and his arms and hands often experience uncontrollable tremors. But somehow, he still paints incredible oil paintings….
Are “Tip-of-the-Tongue” Moments Normal or a Cause for Concern?
…their aphasia. The damage from aphasia is variable and involves different deficits unique to each person. For Bruce Willis, his aphasia later turned into a diagnosis of Lewy Body Dementia….
Why Should I Consider Antibody Testing for COVID-19?
…why? What is the difference between an antibody and an antigen test? Is antibody testing covered by Medicare? Thanks for your help! Anne T. Boddie — Dear Anne, If you…
Can People with Dementia Communicate Without Words?
…recognized as a valid phenomenon. Nurses and family members frequently report “just knowing” what their loved one needs, even in total silence. Other dementias — including Lewy body dementia, frontotemporal…
From Cradle to Compost: Human Composting and Environmental Consciousness
…the body. Green burial practices, such as composting, leave little to no environmental impact, with “complete decomposition of the body and its natural return to the soil thus encouraging new…
Top 14 Articles of 2014
…radio personality who died from Lewy Body Dementia, his wife and children were at odds over his care and visitation. This article describes the unfortunate details of this ordeal and…
FDA Approves New Alzheimer’s Drug That Slows Progression of the Disease
…be used in patients diagnosed with other conditions that cause cognitive impairment and dementia (e.g., Lewy body dementia, vascular dementia, frontotemporal dementia, or Parkinson’s disease). Before drugs like lecanemab can…
Unusual Alternatives for Disposing of Your Body After Death
…want to stop reading. But if you’re curious about the various options for disposing of your body after death, please read on … in our current economy and with environmental…
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