Saturday, February 11, 2012

People That Are Interested In Alzheimer's

Lynn Cowan

Lynn Cowan

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A Quilt to Remember

  The Alzheimer Society of Washington was eager to participate in AFA's quilt project from the very first time we read about it.  We were able to assemble a top-notch group of volunteers who assured us that we would be a able to send a beautiful, meaningful quilt.  This meant many hours of designing, sewing and collecting... Read moreChevron
posted 08/01/2008, comments (0)|
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Craig Stoltz

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Health Journalist

Can Social Ties Stave Off Alzheimer's?

A new study confirms what previous research and intuition tell us: Connecting to other  people is good for your brain. In this case the research, published in the American Journal of Public Health, showed that memory declined at half the rate among socially engaged adults compared to their more isolated peers.   Three things you need... Read moreChevron
Claudagan

Claudagan

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Memory Loss

-Some complications can accompany the process of aging including Alzheimer's. There are steps everyone should take to decrease the chances of developing Alzheimer's and attain healthy longevity. Regular mental and physical activity and more schooling improve your chances against Alzheimer's. For more information , visit... Read moreChevron
VAB

looking for families with children 6-12 dealing with a grandparent with Alzheimer's

I am looking to speak with families who have children, ages 6-12, dealing with Alzheimer's in the family.  I am researching a documentary for HBO. Thanks.
The Senior Fitness Movement

The Senior Fitness Movement

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Exercise for our Friends with Alzheimer's Disease

Many times when people think about older adults who should participate in Exercise they tend to exclude those who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease.The fact is that people with Alzheimer's have the same risks of health problems as those who do not have Alzheimer's.Exercise has been shown to improve physical and emotional... Read moreChevron
posted 03/05/2008, comments (0)|

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