Hier op Resthill, ‘n plek van warmte en sorg, het ‘n aantal katte hulself tuisgemaak tussen die inwoners en personeel. Hierdie katte is nie net diere nie; hulle is ‘n deel van die hart van die Resthill. In Burkei, ‘n huis met ‘n warm...
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By Katy Koop | March 26th, 2024 Should you wish to rather listen to the interview, please visit the interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/40PqSAdetlQ Seizures, cognitive decline, and dementia are linked. Neurologist Dr. Ifrah Zawar joins Being Patient Live Talks to explain the relationship and what people...
MOVE OVER BLUEBERRIES, THIS BERRY IS THE NEW BRAIN SUPERFOOD More good news on the berry front. A new study found that a daily serving of strawberries led to improvements in some thinking skills in middle-aged men and women with memory complaints. The findings,...
Introduction Dementia is a challenging condition that affects millions of people worldwide, and the importance of providing meaningful and engaging activities for individuals living with dementia cannot be overstated. While there is no cure for dementia, various therapies and interventions have been shown to...
Celebrating South African Women’s Month August is a special month in South Africa, as it’s dedicated to celebrating the remarkable strength, resilience, and achievements of women across the nation. As we embrace Women’s Month, it’s important to reflect on the incredible journey that South...
On a regular basis we receive a mailer from Deborah Kan from Being Patient. This week (10 July 2023) included the below beautiful, but powerful essay written by Deborah’s friend about her father’s rapid decline, and death, within a short matter of months due...