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Historic Plan Introduced to Fight Alzheimer's Disease
05/18/2012 12:00:00
The nation’s first plan to address a full range of issues faced by millions of American families confronting Alzheimer’s disease was released this week by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The development of the “National Plan to Address Alzheimer’s Disease... more»
Strengthen Your Brain
03/29/2012 12:00:00
Just by being intentional, there are many everyday activities you can do to strengthen different parts of your brain and promote long-term cognitive fitness. A few examples include:
Use an “old fashioned” paper map to find a location, versus using a GPS (global positioning system) ... more»
Help Prevent Normal Cognitive Decline with 12 New Things
12/20/2011 12:00:00
Pop quiz! What one thing do these people have in common?Bob Hope, Pablo Picasso, Grandma Moses, Igor Stravinsky, Georgia O’Keeffe, John Glenn, Albert Schweitzer, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Albert Einstein, Andre Segovia, Ronald Reagan, Mother Teresa, Eleanor Roosevelt, Fred Astaire, Benny Goodma... more»
Holidays Present Unique Challenges for Individuals with Alzheimer’s
12/20/2011 12:00:00
Did Thanksgiving this year leave you wondering if there are strategies you can put in place before your next family get-together to minimize confusion and anxiety for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease? If so, here are a few ideas and suggestions to keep in mind.It’s impor... more»
Is It Dementia or Depression?
11/07/2011 12:00:00
It’s easy to confuse depression with dementia, since depression is often misdiagnosed and both have similar symptoms. A person who has been diagnosed with dementia, such as Alzheimer’s Disease, may experience depression because of that fact alone. Unfortunately, a single tes... more»