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Carol Bradley Bursack

Carol Bradley Bursack, Health Guide

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Incontinence is a difficult situation for both elders and their caregivers: some tips

  Incontinence can be an embarrassing problem for an elder, thus making coping with it emotional and sometimes a battlefield between generations. Some elders deny their incontinence and refuse to wear briefs to protect their clothing and furniture from accidents. This often leads to very frustrated adult children who can’t... Read moreChevron
posted 03/15/2012, comments (0)|
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Dharma S Khalsa, MD

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Kiss Your Brain: Three Ways to Preserve Your Memory

All of us want the same thing: a healthier brain and a better memory. Plus you definitely want to prevent yourself from ever getting Alzheimer's. You also want to feel sharper, have more focus, enhanced clarity, and mental energy. I know that's what I need, too. Life moves fast and it can be tough to stay mentally together sometimes. But I can... Read moreChevron
posted 03/13/2012, comment (1)|
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Leah

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Weighing All the Options in Dosage Decisions

My neurologist visit was a good one. I met with his PA, a man whom I had seen at my Primary Care Physician's office for years prior. He had moved over to a new job at my neurologist's office. It was good to see a familiar face. Mr. J was very thorough in his exam, and we worked as a team to determine whether or not to add or change medications. I... Read moreChevron
posted 03/12/2012, comments (2)|
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Christine Kennard

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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Brain Scans for Alzheimer's

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) reveals the structure of the head and brain and identifies any abnormalities. An MRI uses powerful magnet and radio waves fed into a computer to create the image. The MRI scan is one of a number of imaging techniques that have revolutionised medicine. It is currently the most sensitive imaging test for the head and... Read moreChevron
posted 03/12/2012, comment (1)|
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Carol Bradley Bursack

Carol Bradley Bursack, Health Guide

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Convincing an incontinent elder to wear protection can be challenging

Our parents changed our diapers when we were babies. As we grew into toddlers we were “potty trained,” and from that time on we were expected to control our bodily functions. Is it any wonder that elders who have been rendered incontinent by a medical problem or disease often deny their incontinence and refuse, even in the face of... Read moreChevron
posted 03/12/2012, comments (0)|
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