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Just As I Am

December 3, 2014

By now it’s well known that Glen Campbell, the legendary recording star, is in the fight of his life with…

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Taking Part in the Search for the Cure

December 3, 2014

Getting involved in clinical trials is an effective way to advance the pursuit for better treatments and even a cure…

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Jim Nantz: A Son’s Calling

December 3, 2014

You may not recognize his face, but if you’re a sports fan, you’ll likely recognize his voice. Jim Nantz, a…

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A Helping Hand

December 3, 2014

When is it time for professional in-home care? People with Alzheimer’s disease go through a lot of changes—something that you,…

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A Report from the Interior

December 3, 2014

Poignant new book offers an honest firsthand perspective of Alzheimer’s disease Greg O’Brien knows what memory loss looks like, having…

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Therapy Dogs: Making the Connection with Alzheimer’s Patients

December 3, 2014

Therapy dogs serve in all sorts of health care environments to bring comfort and a friendly (and furry) face to…

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Caregiving from Afar

June 10, 2014

How to care for a loved one who is many miles away Caring for a loved one who has Alzheimer’s…

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The New Face of Alzheimer’s

June 10, 2014

Women are being affected by Alzheimer’s disease more and more every day. They outnumber men as Alzheimer’s patients, and…

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The Three Goodbyes

June 10, 2014

With proper planning and support, caregivers can reduce some of the burdens associated with late-stage Alzheimer’s. We all know we’ll…

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Seth Rogen: Raising Awareness One Laugh at a Time

June 10, 2014

The gifted actor/writer/producer/director is stepping forward to urge more investment into Alzheimer’s research. Anyone who has been affected by Alzheimer’s…

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Alzheimer’s Disease and Gum Health: Is There a Connection?

June 10, 2014

Previous research has indicated interesting parallels between periodontal disease and Alzheimer’s. Are they connected? We asked the experts. You may…

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“Me” Time

June 10, 2014

How maintaining a hobby can make you a better caregiver.When you’re caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease, you…

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Truth in Numbers

June 10, 2014

Deaths from Alzheimer’s disease may be underreported. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that in 2010,…

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Shadowing

June 10, 2014

The challenge of never being alone Caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease at home is a difficult task and…

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Managing a Difficult Hospital Stay

March 4, 2014

For many people, a visit to the hospital is stressful. For someone with Alzheimer’s disease, it can be frightening. It’s…

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To Diagnose or Not To Diagnose

March 4, 2014

Common Questions about Finding Answers When Arizona resident Susan Christianson’s* memory lapses went from annoying to concerning, she and her…

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Judy Collins

March 4, 2014

The Power of Music For more than fifty years, Judy Collins has wooed the world with hits such as “Both…

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Handling Difficult Emotions

March 4, 2014

Coping with emotional outbursts in Alzheimer’s patients Caring for a person with Alzheimer’s can be difficult. And when the person…

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Sundowning

March 4, 2014

Alzheimer’s Challenges at the End of the Day People with dementia often have certain problems when it gets dark at…

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Keep Stress at Bay

March 4, 2014

Stress is a big problem facing most caregivers, especially when Alzheimer’s disease is in the picture. Here’s how to keep …

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Are You Part of The Sandwich Generation?

September 30, 2013

Whether they know it or not, many Baby Boomers belong to the “sandwich generation.” This doesn’t refer to what they…

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Silver Alerts Are as Good as Gold

September 30, 2013

Days after an 88-year-old resident of an Eastern Oklahoma residential facility went missing, he was found in Flagstaff, Arizona. A…

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MetLife Foundation Announces Research Award Winners

September 30, 2013

In May, MetLife Foundation honored the recipients of the 2013 Awards for Medical Research in Alzheimer’s Disease. Yueming Li, PhD,…

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Weathering the Cold

September 30, 2013

Winter is rarely a wonderland. Often, it’s a harsh season fraught with numerous health and safety risks. For senior citizens…

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