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KATHY WALKER

posted 10/03/2008, comments (5)

OLD LOVERS IN LIMBO

Back and forth to the nursing home, she tirelessly rides the road between there and home. The home they shared for 55 years, the home where they raised their three children and played with five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. The clock ticks a relentless tick-tick-tick in the background, but she doesn't look at it or hear... Read more Chevron

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Michele

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posted 10/03/2008, comment (1)

Connection between gambling and Alzheimers?

I have a new friend who is 62 and just moved to FL and retired. He admits to having a problem with gambling that just started when he came down here (coincidence maybe). I also noticed significant memory loss and other symtoms of alzheimer's disease. I was wondering if anyone knows if there is a corralation between the... Read more Chevron

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Eric J. Hall

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posted 10/10/2008, comments (0)

Pet Therapy for Alzheimer's Patients

After a hectic day at the office, there’s something quite comforting about coming home to not only your human family, but your dog—no matter what, Coral is there with her wagging tail and piercing blue “puppy dog” eyes. Petting her white furry coat offers a sense of calm, of familiarity. Having a... Read more Chevron

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posted 10/02/2008, comments (3)

Parents living with kids

Having my Mom live with us was the best decision I ever made. I know that she is happy, getiing what she needs, and lots of stimulation around her. She will be 91 in December 26TH . Her mind might not be what it use to be,and she is not mobil and in a Jerry chair, but everything else functions fine We all are blessed to have her be with our... Read more Chevron

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David Roeltgen, MD

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posted 10/08/2008, comments (2)

Why Cant' We All Agree on a Diagnosis?

I would like to revisit three topics that I covered previously: the issue of depressive “pseudo-dementia,” the diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment and the fact that health care professionals do not always agree on a diagnosis. Each week I take part in our memory disorders consensus... Read more Chevron

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