1 in 3 people with dementia who visit the ER are diagnosed with a UTI. 😲 Surprised? It's a staggering statistic—and it's just one of the many reasons why urinary tract infections (UTIs) are such a serious issue for dementia caregivers. In today's episode, I'm breaking it all down: ✨ What makes people with dementia more prone to UTIs ✨ How to spot early warning signs (before things spiral out of control!) ✨ Simple but effective prevention tips to protect your loved one Caregiver Pro-Tip: If your loved one suddenly seems "different," like they're more confused or aggressive, don't ignore it. It could be a UTI. 👉 Check the video links below for related topics like hydration tips and delirium. Dementia and Delirium: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Or-UNN5AbTk How To Get Someone With Dementia To Drink Water: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=25rqpX63ja4 And if you need ongoing support, check out our Care Collective—a warm, supportive community for dementia caregivers, with live Q&A sessions, expert advice, and 24/7 access to resources. 💖 🔗 Learn more here: https://careblazers.com/for-families If you'd like to see this episode on video, you can hop on over to my YouTube channel here. 🎁 Get your FREE Dementia Careblazer Survival Guide, downloaded over 100,000 times worldwide: https://go.careblazers.com/survivalguide Looking for more personalized support? Check out our Care Collective program, where we offer 24/7 resources, support rooms, and expert Q&A sessions. 🔗 Learn more here: https://careblazers.com/for-families 📧 Contact us: [email protected] If you found this information helpful, consider subscribing to my free email newsletter for even more valuable insights on dementia by clicking here. -- It's our mission to make dementia caregiving easier for families caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease, frontotemporal dementia, lewy body dementia, vascular dementia, or any other type of dementia. We believe that in order to create a more dementia-friendly world, we must first create a caregiver-friendly world. That's why we create free educational training videos like this one so that anyone with an internet connection can get access to dementia care information. **This channel and any information by Dementia Careblazers is not a substitute for healthcare. This is not healthcare advice. Please talk to your healthcare providers for specific feedback on your situation. careblazers.com/disclaimer

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