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Types of dementia differ based on underlying causes and can affect specific symptoms and how it progresses. Symptoms and Complications Many of us often experience forgetfulness. We may forget where we put the car keys or repeat the same story to a friend or family member. These behaviours are usually caused by the information overload of our busy, stressful lives – it doesn’t mean that we’re developing dementia. As people age, they may experience memory changes such as slowing of information processing. This type of change is normal and doesn’t interfere with day-to-day functioning. By contrast, dementia is disabling and not a normal part of aging. Although dementia often presents itself differently from person to per- son, common symptoms include: gradual loss of memory of recent events and lack of ability to learn new things increasing tendency to repeat oneself, misplacing objects, becoming confused and lost in familiar places slow disintegration of judgment and reasoning abilities increasing irritability, anxiety, depression, confusion, and restlessness increasing communication and language difficulties (forgetting words or substituting incorrect words) changes in personality, behaviour, or mood decreasing ability to focus and pay attention inability to plan and carry out tasks that require multiple steps (e.g. pay - ing bills). 1 lime zested and juiced 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 2 tablespoons canola oil 2 cups chicken breast cooked and shredded 3 zucchinis spiral sliced 2 large carrots spiral sliced (or 2 cups of matchstick carrots) Kung Fu & Tai Chi School EXPERIENCE MARTIAL ARTS AND WELLNESS BOOK A TRIAL CLASS AT https://kungfu-taichi.ca Dedicated classes for children • Day Camps Classes for teens, adults and seniors. Dementia is not a specific disease, but a general term that describes a gradual decline of mental ability that affects your intellectual and social skills to the point where daily life becomes difficult. Dementia can affect your memory, language skills and decision-making ability; impair your judgment and make you feel disoriented; and it may also affect your personality. s with most good things, moderation and good sense are the eys. The goal is to have fun outside but to stay safe at the ame time. Healthy Thai Peanut Chicken Zucchini Noodles by Sabrina Snyder HEALTH & WELLNESS by Peter Semchism No Such Thing as a Healthy Tan here is a common myth that if a person tans well, they’re otected from these harmful rays. Not true! While it is true that ir-haired, blue-eyed people are most prone to burning, and erefore are more susceptible to the sun’s rays, even tans are ally just damage control – they’re your body’s way of trying to otect itself from the sun. 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They strive to find creative ways to practice their communication Finding Your Voice Toastmasters clubs help people develop communication skills that apply to every aspect of life, including expressing them- selves clearly, thinking on their feet, leading conversations, and learning to speak from the heart without hesitation. The Strathroy Toastmasters Club is a vibrant, down-to-earth community of entrepreneurs, tradespeople, professionals, and retirees that welcomes everyone who wants to learn to be a bet- ter communicator, regardless of their current skill level. Healthy Thai Peanut Chicken Zucchini Noodles with a fresh peanut lime sauce mixed with veggie noodles makes a perfect light meal and lunch the next day! Adapted from: www.dinnerthendessert.com/healthy-thai-pea- nut-chicken-zucchini-noodles/#wprm-recipe-container-8130 Yield 6 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes Ingredients 1 clove garlic minced 2 teaspoons fresh ginger minced 4 tablespoons peanut butter
Offer expires September 30, 2020 The Strathroy Toastmasters Club meets Tuesdays from 7 to 8 pm, alternating between virtual via Zoom and in-person meet- ings at the Gemini Sportsplex. If you’re interested in joining or would like to visit as a guest, contact Heather at strathroytoastmasters@gmail.com. Still going across town for prescription refills? We can make life simpler. Ask us about easy prescription transfers. Members must be 18 or older. There is a membership fee that works out to approximately $5 a week, which provides access to the meetings, mentorship, and Toastmasters Inter- national’s learning platform and resources. Guests are always welcome to try a meeting for free before deciding to join. • Avoid the sun when it’s at its peak. It’s strongest between 11 am and 4 pm, so use that time to do activities indoors if possible. • If you are applying other products to the skin, double check with your pharmacist about which product to use first. For example, insect repellants should be applied at least 15 minutes after applying sunscreen. Always keep in mind that we are here for you and your needs. Please feel free to give us a call. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your health or medications. You can reach us at 519-652-9066 Peter Semchism is a Pharmacist at Greenhills Pharmacy in Lambeth. 1. Add the garlic, ginger, peanut butter, lime juice and zest, soy sauce and red pepper flakes to a small bowl and mix together. 2. Add your canola oil to a large frying pan on high heat. 3. Add the zucchini, carrots and bell peppers to the pan and cook until just wilted, 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally. 4. Add in the chicken, sauce, cilantro and green onions and toss together until all warmed through. 5. Garnish with peanuts and wedges of lime if desired. 1 red pepper spiral sliced 1/3 cup fresh cilantro chopped 1/4 cup green onions diced chopped unsalted roasted peanuts and lime wedges (optional) Instructions There is no treatment that can “cure” Alzheimer’s disease, nor are there medication that can halt or reverse the brain damage caused by it. How- ever, there are medications that can relieve symptoms and slow down the progression of the disease. Medications such as donepezil*, riv- astigmine, and galantamine may be used to slow down memory loss. Prevention of stroke is important for vascular dementia. If you have high blood pressure or cholesterol, transient ischemic attacks (TIAs), or have had a stroke, you should seek continued treatment for these conditions to prevent future strokes. The key to caring for and helping people with dementia is to focus on the many activities the person can still do safely. Encourage a person with dementia to continue daily routines and maintain social relationships as much as possible. Help them maintain a healthy lifestyle through exer- cise, proper nutrition, and fluid intake. Special diets and supplements are generally unnecessary. If you are caring for someone with dementia, the following may be help- ful: reminders: Provide written lists of things to do including times, places, and phone numbers to help the person complete the task. structure and stability: Minimize undue noise and disturbances to re- duce anxiety. establish routines: Daily and bedtime routines can reduce disorientation and anxiety. speaking slowly and calmly: Present one thought or instruction at a time. information card: Reduce the risk of wandering and getting lost by pro- viding a pocket card with the person’s name, address, and phone num- ber. safety: Make your home environment as safe as possible by keeping furniture in the same place, removing clutter, installing locks on medi- cine cabinets, and setting the water heater at a low temperature to avoid scalding. driving: Don’t allow someone with dementia to drive a vehicle. Drive them or arrange for rides wherever they need to go. Caring for someone with dementia can be difficult. It requires under - standing, patience, and compassion. Joining an Alzheimer’s disease caregiver’s support group in your community may be helpful. Be prepared for the eventuality that your loved one’s condition will dete- riorate over time and additional full-time personal care may be needed. In some situations, placement in a nursing home is in the best interests of the individual and their family. Peter Semchism is a Pharmacist at Greenhills Pharmacy in Lambeth. Since 1974 10055 Carter Rd. Let us make the Custom Made, Locally Built Shed Your Back Yard Deserves! Hand Crafted – Custom Built Mini Barns • Work Sheds • Play Houses Pool Change Rooms Looking for a New Shed this Summer?
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