Taking care of your teeth might do more than just prevent cavities—it could help protect your brain. Research suggests a link between gum disease and Alzheimer’s, highlighting the importance of good oral hygiene. Learn more about this connection and how you can safeguard your health.
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At Orléans Family Health Clinic, we understand how challenging a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or mild cognitive impairment (MCI) can be—for patients, caregivers, and loved ones alike. While many aspects of cognition and communication can be affected by dementia, recent research offers a hopeful insight: the ability to feel empathy may remain intact, or even increase, in people living with Alzheimer’s disease.
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