This section of DementiaGuide's website shares with you important information that we learn from our contacts and relationships with many stakeholders, in support associations, health services providers, research institutes, pharmaceutical companies and other groups that supply goods and services to persons with dementia and their care givers.

New knowledge and sharing of this knowledge to interested persons is an important feature of our website. There are many reputable sources for information concerning dementia. Our Community Section will highlight certain information and topics. We encourage you to create your own list of references and websites that meet your specific needs.  

Vascular Dementia: Preventative Measure	November 19, 2009
Vascular Dementia: Preventative Measure Multi-infarct Dementia and Binswanger disease are the two most common types of vascular dementia Vascular dementia has two types that are the most prevalent: Multi-infarct Dementia (MID) is the most common. It is caused by a number of mini-strokes or transient ischemic attacks (TIAs'). These mini-strokes may be silent in that no one may be aware that they have occurred. They can ... read more
These are the Dementia Symptoms That Identify Onset	November 13, 2009
These Are The Dementia Symptoms That Identify Onset Watch For Them Before It Gets Worse Dementia is an unfortunate reality for an increasing number of our aging population, but it doesn't have to be. Modern science has assembled a compendium of detailed, extremely telling dementia symptoms that can alert us before dementia is fully upon us. There are dozens of minor symptoms, some of which can be ... read more
Vascular Dementia Causes, Risk Factors and Symptoms	November 3, 2009
Vascular Dementia Vascular dementia's causes, risk factors, and symptoms Vascular dementia is widely considered the second most common type of dementia in the United States and Europe. It is a degenerative cerebrovascular disease that leads to a progressive decline in memory and cognitive functioning. It occurs when blood flow carrying oxygen and nutrients to the brain is interrupted by a blocked ... read more
Perform Dementia Care the Right Way	November 3, 2009
Perform Dementia Care The Right Way Plan Ahead Caring for patients with dementia can be difficult. If you're a family member attempting dementia care for a person with dementia, it can be especially hard in  those instances where they forget your name. Still, properly caring for people with dementia is perhaps the most important thing we can do. There are no miracle cures or magic bullets; decent ... read more
Acetylcholine Deficiency can cause Memory Loss	October 29, 2009
Acetylcholine Deficiency Can Cause Memory Loss Promising Cholinesterase Inhibitors Could Help Acetylcholine was the first neurotransmitter to be identified by scientists. An active player in both the peripheral nervous system and the central nervous system, acetylcholine regulates and activates muscle movement and sweat gland function, as well as our excitability, arousal, and reward systems. Mos ... read more
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