Hot weather presents challenges in dementia care
Dementia can be stressful not only for the person who has the condition, but also for their caregivers. High temperatures such as those the Columbia Basin has seen over the last few weeks can present special challenges. However, planning ahead and communicating can help patients, providers and families cope with the heat safely.
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Hot summer weather can pose a special risk to people suffering from Alzheimer’s and other dementia conditions, but there are ways for caregivers to minimize the risk.
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