Torie Bosch is the First Opinion editor at STAT. When Jason Karlawish started working with dementia patients in the late ’90s, there often wasn’t much he could offer them. “I gave them a diagnosis,” ...

When words fade due to dementia, talking to the people you love becomes more difficult. Fortunately, support is available.

For loved ones of dementia patients, communication is often one of the biggest challenges. Not only can it be difficult for the person with dementia to express themselves, but the person can also ...

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — A new Medicare program is giving local dementia patients and their caregivers more affordable options for in-home support and respite care. The initiative, known as GUIDE, short ...

From memory changes to shifts in behavior, here’s what experts say to watch for.