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With Mayo Clinic health education outreach coordinator Angela Lunde
Caregivers provide perspective on life
Caregivers remind one of the need for simplicity in life.
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No link between Alzheimer's and flu shots
Flu vaccine-Alzheimer's link is just an unfounded theory.
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Let caregivers feel what they feel
Caregivers don't always need our pep talks. Accept their feelings and let them heal.
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Alzheimer's disease disclosure a sensitive issue
Visitors share experiences on disclosing the diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease.
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Should you tell someone about his or her Alzheimer's diagnosis?
When, how or whether you should tell a loved one about an Alzheimer's diagnosis is a tough call.
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Lifestyle strategies may slow or prevent decline
Research targets lifestyle strategies as key component in preventing or slowing Alzheimer's disease.
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Give the gift of advocacy for loved ones
The best gift a family member can give a person with dementia is the gift of informed advocacy.
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Rising to our highest nature, the work of caregiving
The highest expression of who we are is in our caregiving role to others.
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Moving words from those whose memory is beginning to fade
Care partners and those with memory loss share wise words as they cope with the changes.
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A caregiver tip for defusing awkward situations
Caregivers sometimes find themselves in awkward situations with their loved ones out in public. Here's a way to diffuse the tension.
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Support group comes full circle
A dementia caregiving journey begins as others come to an end. Continue reading 19 comments posted
Respite care helpful but difficult option
Respite care can be a big help to Alzheimer's caregivers if emotional obstacles can be overcome. Continue reading 13 comments posted
Family members share coping strategies, experiences
Readers share experiences with dementia, family relationships. Continue reading 19 comments posted
Dementia journey affects family relationships
Dementia can cause family conflict, but often strengthens bonds as well. Continue reading 36 comments posted
Untested remedies a personal choice
We all hope for an Alzheimer's cure, but don't get swept up in hype without proof. Continue reading 7 comments posted
Miracle cures are hype until proved
Hyped reports of cures build unreasonable expectations. Continue reading 38 comments posted
A journey shared by many
You aren't alone in the dementia struggle. Progress continues on many fronts. Continue reading 4 comments posted
Preventing Alzheimer's: Exercise still best bet
Millions of baby boomers are expected to develop Alzheimer's. Exercise continues to be the best bet to help avoid it as research continues. Continue reading 13 comments posted
A word of caution on genetic tests
Genetic test just one piece of complex Alzheimer's puzzle. Continue reading 11 comments posted
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