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New studies reveal knowledge about the path Alzheimer’s disease may follow

Recent news that the path Alzheimer’s disease travels in the brain may finally have been nailed down has created a lot of excitement. Researchers believe this discovery may lead to a new direction in developing a way to prevent or cure the disease. A New York Times article reports on two independent studies, both of which concluded... Read moreChevron
posted 02/07/2012, comment (1)|
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Outside "Expert" Provides Important Ballast to Families Dealing with Dementia

I learned a valuable lesson in my professional life. Even though our organization had people with expertise on staff, sometimes employees wouldn’t pay attention. That’s when someone encouraged me to find a consultant. “Experts are people who live three rivers away from you who are able to come in and deliver the important... Read moreChevron
posted 02/06/2012, comments (3)|
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Look Past the Limitations of Dementia to Enjoy the Gifts

Recently, I have been reminded of the importance of looking outward from oneself. I have an uncle and an aunt, the brother and sister of my late father. Both are probably in their eighties. Aside from their biological relationship, they could not be more different in their outlook on life. Both serve as examples of the way to look at life...and... Read moreChevron
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Dr. Travis Stork from “The Doctors” talks about heart health, with tips for caregivers

February is Heart Health Month. With this in mind, Dr. Travis Stork, co-host of the award winning talk show The Doctors, generously donated some time for a small conference call that allowed four writers to ask specific questions about heart health. Dr. Stork is a practicing ER doctor and faculty physician in the emergency department at Vanderbilt... Read moreChevron
posted 02/02/2012, comments (4)|
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NEXT WEEK: Free Teleconference from AFA

Hello Friends, Please join us next Thursday, February 9, 2012, for Care Connection, a FREE teleconference by the Alzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA), designed for both family caregivers and professional caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related illnesses. These teleconferences are a valuable mix of coaching,... Read moreChevron
posted 02/01/2012, comment (1)|
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