The test could conceivably help parents who are worried about gender-related diseases, but it could also allow people to wade into the morally murky waters of sex selection. The test analyzes fetal DNA found in a mother's blood, according to a report in the New York Times.
As most dementia is associated with Alzheimer's, dementia typically worsens with age. Unlike delirium, which is reversible, dementia is frequently caused by permanent damage to the brain's nerve cells. This damage can be caused by things like other illnesses, injuries, and even the genetic make-up of a person.
Dementia and Sleep. â¢ Up to half the people with dementia have difficulty. with sleeping. â¢ Good sleep is important for people with dementia. to improve daytime function. â¢ Patients with dementia might be tired during the. day, but not be able to sleep well at night. â¢ It is best to keep the same sleep/wake times and.