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Alzheimer's disease is often misdiagnosed

AAIC: Misdiagnosis Prevalence ~20 Percent for Alzheimer’s

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Missed disease identification seems more likely in men, who may develop cognitive issues earlier
Being transgender is currently classified as a mental health disorder in the World Health Organization International Classification of Diseases

Study Supports Reclassification of Transgender ‘Diagnoses’

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Researchers suggest World Health Organization change classification
Many U.S. medical students use electronic health records to track the progress of their former patients and confirm the accuracy of their diagnoses

Medical Students Often Track Progress of Former Patients

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The practice is common and raises privacy issues, but overall is beneficial, researchers say
Deprescribing of antipsychotics in long-term care residents with previous behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia is feasible

AAIC: Deprescribing Antipsychotics Feasible in Elderly

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Staff training can help eliminate inappropriate practices in nursing homes, study says
The American Red Cross says it has an urgent need for blood donations

American Red Cross Says Blood Donations Needed Urgently

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There's currently less than a five-day supply, group says
Certain behavior changes may be a harbinger of Alzheimer's disease

AAIC: Mild Behavior Changes May Be Early Indicator of Alzheimer’s

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Researchers have developed a checklist to help identify those at potential risk
Delirium is fairly common

Delirium Often Seen in Cancer Patients in the ER

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Delirium is relatively frequent and is underdiagnosed by physicians, researchers say
People who work in jobs that task the intellect are better able to withstand the effects of brain lesions commonly associated with Alzheimer's disease

AAIC: Intellectually-Stimulating Jobs May Lower Alzheimer’s Risk

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Activities that highly stimulate the brain might build up 'reserve' to help ward off dementia
Among veterans

Meds Up Hospitalization for Dehydration, Heat-Linked Illness

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Commonly used meds linked to increased risk of hospitalization for dehydration, heat-related illness
Converting a single weekly meeting to a walking meeting can help raise work-related physical activity levels of white-collar workers

‘Walking Meetings’ Feasible Strategy for Employee Wellness

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Walking meetings increase on-the-job activity levels for white-collar workers