A stroke (or cerebrovascular accident – CVA) is caused by the interruption of the blood supply to the brain, usually because a blood vessel bursts or is blocked by a clot. This cuts off the supply of oxygen and nutrients, causing damage to the brain tissue. What can induce a stroke? What are the symptoms and […]
The disease of agitating paralysis, more commonly known as the Parkinson’s disease, is a chronic and progressive movement disorder.
There’s a new best country in the world to retire, according to the experts at International Living (IL), an authority on global retirement and relocation opportunities. In its Annual Global Retirement Index, Mexico is the best retirement place in the world.
Elder abuse can take several forms: it can be physical, sexual, psychological, moral, but also through neglect, be it intentional or not. It also includes extortion (for instance, forcing an older person to sign a cheque against their will), or other forms of financial violence, blackmail, abandonment, grave violations to someone’s dignity, or disrespect. The
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Medical research is advancing by leaps and bounds, but a cure for Alzheimer’s is yet to be found. Nevertheless, several services and non-pharmacological therapies, as well as gerontechnology devices, exist to support those who suffer from Alzheimer’s, as well as their caregivers.
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