Caring Currents
Archive September 2008
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Second Opinions: 6 Tips to Seeking Alternative Advice
October 08, 2008
Second opinions: Six tips to getting a second opinion for aging family members.... Read more
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Second Opinions: If in Doubt, Seek One Out
October 02, 2008
Second opinions for seniors and when caregivers should seek a second opinion.... Read more
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Cancer Claims Paul Newman but His Legacy Lives On
October 01, 2008
Paul Newman died of cancer last week after keeping his illness private, leaving behind a legacy of an extraordinary life.... Read more
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Home Monitors Watch Over Seniors Aging in Place
September 30, 2008
Home electronic monitors, which attach to the walls in seniors' homes and trigger a call for help, are an important option for aging-in-place safety.... Read more
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Diaper Humor is Best Left to Those Who Know What They're Talking About
September 29, 2008
A recent discussion about humor and adult diapers points out the very thin line between offensive and funny. ... Read more
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Euthanasia for End-Stage Alzheimer's? How About Humanity Instead
September 26, 2008
People with late-stage dementia should kill themselves, says a British government adviser, but here's what's really needed for late-stage Alzheimer's disease care.... Read more
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What the Financial Meltdown Means for You and Your Family
September 26, 2008
In light of the market meltdown of the past few weeks, it does make sense to reevaluate your financial situation and investment strategies.... Read more
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Lack of Energy: Not a Normal Sign of Aging
September 25, 2008
A lack of energy in the elderly isn't normal and may signal an underlying health concern that warrants medical attention.... Read more
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A Grandchild Steps in to Help Her Family: The Sequel
September 25, 2008
Caregiving by a twenty-something grandchild does wonders for her elderly grandparents.... Read more
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New Scoring System Simplifies Breast Cancer Treatment Decisions
September 24, 2008
Breast cancer patients and caregivers have to make tough decisions in deciding on a treatment plan, but a new breast cancer test takes the guesswork out of deciding who needs chemotherapy and who doesn't.... Read more
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Technological Advances Keep Seniors Safe on the Road
September 23, 2008
New technologies in the works will help keep seniors safe on the road -- and help them live independently in their own homes longer.... Read more
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Personal To-Do Lists That Help You With Caregiving Challenges
September 22, 2008
Caring.com launches new To-Do lists to help you navigate caregiver challenges. ... Read more
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When Dementia Is "Pleasant"
September 19, 2008
"Pleasant dementia" is when a person's personality changes to being happy and in-the-moment.... Read more
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Medicare Hotline Leaves Callers Cold
September 19, 2008
Medicare patients looking for help with the government health insurance program are told to first call 1-800-Medicare for help. But that may be the last place they should turn.... Read more
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Doctors' Visits: Getting the Most Out of Appointments
September 18, 2008
How to get the most out of a doctor's office visit when you're the caregiver for a loved one.... Read more
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Hospice: Comfort for Patient and Caregivers Alike
September 18, 2008
One family's experience with hospice during a mother's last weeks of life. ... Read more
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Cancer Patients and Caregivers Hail New Anti-Nausea Patch
September 17, 2008
The FDA's approval of Sancuso, an anti-nausea patch, excites cancer patients and caregivers because nausea can sideline those undergoing chemotherapy.... Read more
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New Gadgets to Help the Old
September 16, 2008
New innovations help address the challenges of aging. Here's an update on the latest breakthroughs, like the iShoe for fall prevention and video phones in nursing homes.... Read more
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Memory Classes: They Only Work if You Really Want to Be There
September 15, 2008
Classes to enhance memory are only beneficial if the student really wants to be there. ... Read more
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Is Age Too Great an Alzheimer's Risk for the Presidency?
September 12, 2008
Some charge that John McCain is at risk for Alzheimer's, and that he's too old, at 72, to become president. What are the real facts about who's at risk for Alzheimer's?... Read more
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Keeping Your Parents Safe From Scammers
September 12, 2008
Senior citizens are attractive targets for scammers, according to a new report, but there are some simple and easy things you can do to help keep your parent from being victimized.... Read more
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The Case For Geriatric Care
September 11, 2008
How -- and why -- to choose a geriatrician for your aging parents' care.... Read more
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New Screening Technology Catches Cancer Better Than Mammograms
September 10, 2008
A new screening technology, molecular breast imaging or MBI, caught three times the number of cancers in women with dense breast tissue as mammography in a Mayo Clinic study.... Read more
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Fighting for Breath: A Mother's Last Weeks of Life
September 10, 2008
Laura Juel had to advocate for her mother during her final days to help her get pain relief.... Read more
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Adaptive Senior Clothing: A Welcome Solution to Dressing Challenges
September 08, 2008
Adaptive clothing makes dressing much easier for older people with arthritis, Alzheimer's, and other debilitating conditions. ... Read more
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Tough Times Can Turn Seniors into Bargain Hunters
September 05, 2008
The tough economy is forcing more seniors than ever into bankruptcy, and leading many older people to find bargains available only to them.... Read more
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People With Dementia Need...People
September 05, 2008
The physical benefits of being social for people with dementia, and some ideas for arranging this.... Read more
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A Grandchild Steps In to Help Her Family
September 04, 2008
A young woman with both a big heart and streak of cynicism steps in to help her aging grandparents... Read more
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Diabetes Doughnut Hole Dilemma
September 04, 2008
The so-called doughnut hole in prescription drug coverage hits seniors with diabetes -- and what to do to help a loved one keep paying for diabetes drugs.... Read more
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An Unpopular Idea: Worried About Cancer? Cut Back on Drinking
September 03, 2008
More studies are showing that alcohol causes cancer, yet doctors are hesitant to suggest that patients cut back on drinking.... Read more
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- Second Opinions: 6 Tips to Seeking Alternative Advice
- Second Opinions: If in Doubt, Seek One Out
- Cancer Claims Paul Newman but His Legacy Lives On
- Home Monitors Watch Over Seniors Aging in Place
- Diaper Humor is Best Left to Those Who Know What They're Talking About
- Euthanasia for End-Stage Alzheimer's? How About Humanity Instead
- What the Financial Meltdown Means for You and Your Family
- Lack of Energy: Not a Normal Sign of Aging
- A Grandchild Steps in to Help Her Family: The Sequel
- New Scoring System Simplifies Breast Cancer Treatment Decisions
- Technological Advances Keep Seniors Safe on the Road
- Personal To-Do Lists That Help You With Caregiving Challenges
- When Dementia Is "Pleasant"
- Medicare Hotline Leaves Callers Cold
- Doctors' Visits: Getting the Most Out of Appointments
- Hospice: Comfort for Patient and Caregivers Alike
- Cancer Patients and Caregivers Hail New Anti-Nausea Patch
- New Gadgets to Help the Old
- Memory Classes: They Only Work if You Really Want to Be There
- Is Age Too Great an Alzheimer's Risk for the Presidency?
- Keeping Your Parents Safe From Scammers
- The Case For Geriatric Care
- New Screening Technology Catches Cancer Better Than Mammograms
- Fighting for Breath: A Mother's Last Weeks of Life
- Adaptive Senior Clothing: A Welcome Solution to Dressing Challenges
- Tough Times Can Turn Seniors into Bargain Hunters
- People With Dementia Need...People
- A Grandchild Steps In to Help Her Family
- Diabetes Doughnut Hole Dilemma
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