October 29, 2024, Press Release from the Alzheimer's Association: TOLEDO, OH, Oct. 28, 2024—The time will change in Ohio on Nov. 3, falling back one hour. This signifies the shortening of light every day, which can present challenges for those who are living with Alzheimer’s and other dementia, as well as their families and caregivers. Changes in the season and thus the amount of daylight may cause confusion and behavior challenges for those impacted by Alzheimer’s or another dementia. “Families may notice that their loved one is increasingly confused about the day or time, and that confusion could make them wander,” said Pam Myers, senior director, programs for the Alzheimer’s Association Northwest Ohio and Central Ohio Chapters. “In addition, as it will get darker every day in the fall and winter, those living with Alzheimer’s may experience sundowning, even if they haven’t before.”
October 17, 2024, Press Release from the Alzheimer's Association: TOLEDO, OH, Oct. 17, 2024—1.4 million people nationwide live with Lewy body dementia (LBD) according to the Lewy Body Dementia Association. The critical need for more attention, research, and treatments for people with dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB). DLB is the second most common type of progressive dementia. There are no treatments that can slow or stop the brain cell damage caused by dementia with Lewy bodies. Current strategies focus on helping with symptoms.
Reports show nearly one million people in the United States have multiple sclerosis (MS). For those unfamiliar, the disease affects the central nervous system. It can also be difficult to diagnose. Daniel Ontaneda, MD, PhD, neurologist with Cleveland Clinic is hoping to change that.
September 26, 2024, Press Release from Grand Lake Health System: Grand Lake Rehab and the Parkinson’s Support Group will be hosting a free com…
Alzheimer's and other dementias take more lives in the United State than breast and prostate cancers combined and the Northwest Ohio Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association is holding a series of walks to fund research to help end the disease.
A Florida woman has her aneurysm cured after doctors perform surgery through her eyelid.
The Alzheimer's Association are looking for participants to join numerous walks around our area this month to raise money to help fight the disease.
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - A local senior living facility raised money to fight a disease that impacts many of their residents.
Paralysis, multiple sclerosis, and ALS. These conditions impact millions of lives with little hope for improvement. But that may not always be the case. Barb Consiglio has the details on scientific breakthroughs that may one day make these conditions treatable and bring hope for recovery to those diagnosed with a wide range of currently incurable diseases and injuries.
June is Headache and Migraine Awareness Month. If you’ve ever had a migraine, you know how painful they can be. And for some, they happen on a regular basis. Dr. Estemalik said symptoms of migraines typically include nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound. It’s unclear what causes migraines. However, they can be triggered by food, stress, hormonal changes, the weather, certain medications and disruptions in sleep.