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Archive 2009
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Depression and Dependence: When It's Time to Say, "I Need Time Alone"
January 01, 2010
Depression and isolation in seniors can leave caregivers feeling like social secretaries for lonely relatives; tips for talking about needing time alone from the loved one you're caring for.... Read more
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10 for '10: Feel-Good Dementia Caregiver New Year Resolutions
December 29, 2009
A helpful article with 10 new year resolutions for dementia caregivers. Learn how to have a smoother, less stressful new year caring for someone with dementia.... Read more
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Cancer and Dementia
December 28, 2009
Find out what research says about how dementia complicates a cancer diagnosis and how dementia affects lifespan of someone with cancer.... Read more
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Happy Holidays to YOU; 5 Ways to Care for Yourself This Christmas
December 24, 2009
I know, it sounds a little selfish, a little silly even. But you'd be surprised how well it works. Here are some of the tricks I've been trying, most of them gleaned from other wise caregivers.... Read more
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5 Ways to Avoid Getting Pushed to the Brink by Alzheimer's Care
December 22, 2009
Alzheimer's caregiving can be taxing to the point of madness. Learn about pro-active solutions to avoid Alzheimer's caregivers from getting pushed to the brink.... Read more
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Prevent Winter Falls with These 6 Safety Tips
December 22, 2009
An article with a list of 6 safety tips on falls. Preventing winter falls for older adults is a constant fear. We know from experience that a fall can put in motion a chain of events and health issues.... Read more
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Is TDM-1 a Miracle Drug for Advanced Breast Cancer?
December 20, 2009
TDM1 may be a miracle drug for metastatic breast cancer for those with a HER2-positive diagnosis. The new experimental drug has been in clinical trials since January.... Read more
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Do Drinking Coffee and Tea Prevent Diabetes?
December 16, 2009
How can drinking tea and coffee prevent diabetes? A new study shows that people who drink several cups of coffee or tea a day - even decaf versions - can dramatically lower their risk of diabetes.... Read more
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Season's Greetings Cards, To and About Someone With Dementia
December 15, 2009
Find advice for caregivers about sending greeting cards for someone with alzheimer's. Often times for someone with dementia, greeting cards can be a little gift that literally keeps on giving.... Read more
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What To Do When There's Cancer In Your Family
December 11, 2009
Get the facts because when multiple cases of cancer strike one family, it can feel like you're at increased risk from your genetics, but hereditary cancer is actually rare.... Read more
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New Treatments Bring Hope for Advanced Parkinson's Disease
December 09, 2009
Learn about two new treatments for advanced Parkinson's disease and controlling tremors in people who do not respond to medication. Both treatments have brought hope to those suffering from advanced parkinson's disease.... Read more
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Dementia Holiday Activities That Lower Stress and Raise the Joy
December 08, 2009
A helpful article with ideas for dementia friendly activities for the holidays. Holiday stress can soar for caregivers whose loved ones have Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia.... Read more
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Cancer, Sex, and Intimacy
December 06, 2009
Sex during and after cancer treatment can be difficult; it can be hard to resume sexual intimacy when your body has changed due to cancer and a class about cancer and sex can help couples and singles cope.... Read more
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Is Loneliness Among Older Adults Contagious?
December 02, 2009
When older adults are lonely, they behave in ways that isolate themselves and drive others away, so the loneliness becomes contagious among a group of people who were formerly connected.... Read more
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Dementia Changes People, But People They Still Are
December 01, 2009
A helpful article discusses how dementia caregivers mourning the changes in the person they love, can come at the expense of the present. Learn to set aside grief to more fully enjoy the person that is left.... Read more
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Meaningful Ways to Save Money at Holiday Time
November 30, 2009
Need practical suggestions for how to create a festive holiday for our families without spending money that's more urgently needed for other things and without stressing ourselves out any more than we already are? ... Read more
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Beat the Holiday Blues With These 5 Stress-Busting Strategies
November 27, 2009
Even when you know life doesn't live up a Hallmark card, it can be hard to admit that the holidays bring you down. Beat the holiday blues with 5 strategies for coping with holiday stress and sadness.... Read more
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5 Things Caregivers Can Be Thankful for
November 26, 2009
Stress-busting Thanksgiving thoughts to uplift caregivers. Give thanks for the opportunity to serve. It's easy to dwell on the drudgery and stress of caregiving. Less obvious is the parallel reality:... Read more
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Thanksgiving Dilemma: When Illness Intrudes on the Holidays
November 25, 2009
Bringing Thanksgiving dinner into the home of family members with cancer or other serious illnesses can be a meaningful way for a family to celebrate the real meaning of the holiday, which is togetherness.... Read more
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Happy Holiday Tips for Alzheimer's Caregivers (Emphasis on the "Happy")
November 24, 2009
Here, I've collected some of the best tips on how to help someone with Alzheimer's with social interactions to enjoy these festive weeks. Social interactions and Alzheimer's... Read more
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Family Financial Feud: Does This TV Plotline Sound Familiar?
November 23, 2009
Find out about an episode of Bones, the hit TV crime show, that featured a story line that's all too familiar to anyone caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's and coping with the growing responsibility. ... Read more
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Men, Women, Illness, and Caregiving: A Recipe for Divorce?
November 20, 2009
A new study shows that when a woman becomes ill with cancer or multiple sclerosis, her chances of divorce rise to over 20 percent, while a man who becomes sick faces a 2 percent chance of divorce.... Read more
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How to Say Thank You to a Caregiver This Thanksgiving
November 19, 2009
How do you say thank you to a caregiver? Here are some ideas for thanking both family caregivers and paid caregivers. It'll make them and you feel better.... Read more
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Breast Cancer Controversy: No More Routine Mammograms for Women Ages 40 to 49?!
November 18, 2009
Many breast cancer patients and doctors were outraged by new guidelines calling for routine mammograms only after age 50. Breast Cancer Controversy: No More Routine Mammograms for Women Ages 40 to 49?! ... Read more
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12 Family Movies to Watch This Holiday Season With Someone Who Has Dementia
November 17, 2009
A list of 12 family-friendly movies that relatives who have dementia can also enjoy. The list is organized into three categories: newish movies, old movies, and something different.... Read more
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The #1 Medication Mistake People Make in Cold/Flu Season
November 16, 2009
An important article on the most common cold medicine mistakes. Most cold and flu remedies contain hidden tylenol or ibuprofen making it easy to double dose on these painkillers in cold and flu season.... Read more
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Family Financial Feud: After My Father Died, My Mother and I Fought Over Funeral Costs
November 13, 2009
What do you do when your beloved father dies and your mother, who was his primary caregiver, won't honor his memory the way you feel she should? ... Read more
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What Every Caregiver Knows: Love Is a Verb
November 12, 2009
Learn why caregivers know love is a verb. Caregivers hear so often: tell your sick or aging loved one, now, while you can, how much you love them. But if you're a caregiver, they know.... Read more
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When Chemo-Brain Won't Go Away
November 11, 2009
Learn about Chemo Brain and the lasting effects of chemotherapy. Chemo brain can continue many months after cancer treatment, a new study shows, and cancer patients feel validated that their memory problems are real.... Read more
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A Parent's Death Is Never Expected, Even When It Is
November 10, 2009
You never fully expect the death of someone close to you. Even after a protracted illness, the death of a parent is unexpected.... Read more
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The Best Way to Protect Your Health: Take Vitamin D
November 09, 2009
Vitamin D protects against cancer, stroke, heart attack, even H1N1 influenza, but doctors say most of us still aren't getting enough.... Read more
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Family Financial Feuds: When An Out-of-Touch Sibling Resurfaces, Is It for Love or Money?
November 06, 2009
What happens when one sibling cares for a parent with cancer, while another -- who's been estranged for decades -- gets back in touch with questionable motives?... Read more
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5 Ways to Cope With the Emotional Side of Incontinence
November 05, 2009
Tips on feeling less awkward about incontinence as a caregiver, in light of a new survey shows the emotional toll on caregivers of coping with incontinence and adult diapers is high.... Read more
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Early Stage Breast Cancer Alert
November 04, 2009
Learn important news about new early stage HER2 positive breast cancer research from M.D. Anderson that shows early stage breast cancer patients whose HER2-positive tumors are one centimeter or smaller have high recurrence rates without Herceptin.... Read more
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H1N1 Swine Flu Alert: Adults Ages 50 and Older Getting Sicker, Dying In Higher Numbers
November 03, 2009
Those over 50 with H1N1 swine flu are getting sicker and dying in higher numbers than previously thought, according to a study in November 4th JAMA.... Read more
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Alzheimer’s Awareness: Why Bother?
November 03, 2009
A helpful article discusses why the National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month is still relevant. Get the facts you will need to help to reduce the amount of Alzheimer’s problem.... Read more
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Family Financial Feuds: When Mom or Dad Is Gambling Away Financial Security
October 30, 2009
Learn what to do when a family member's gambling gets out of hand and seems to be becoming a gambling addiction. You might start by thinking about whether personal circumstances might be contributing to your family member's dependence on gambling. ... Read more
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SelfCare: 7 Things to Do When You're Stressed to Wit's End
October 29, 2009
Caregiver stress has no shortage of causes. Try these seven ways to buy yourself time to regain a little sanity.... Read more
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Cancer Heroes and Heroines -- How They're Helping You and Your Family Cope With Cancer
October 28, 2009
Some cancer survivors and their families turn around and use their experience with cancer to be cancer heroes and heroines by creating cancer foundations and services to help other cancer patients.... Read more
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Is It Ever Okay to Laugh About Alzheimer's?
October 27, 2009
Learn why laughing with Alzheimer's is much different than laughing at Alzheimer's and can even be a healthy stress reliever. Five good reasons to laugh in the face of Alzheimer's or another dementia.... Read more
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Family Financial Feuds: The Case of the "Borrowing" Sibling
October 26, 2009
Financial Freeloaders. Learn how to deal with financial free loaders in the family, such as siblings that borrow to steal. ... Read more
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Swine Flu Deaths: Keeping Sane and Safe
October 23, 2009
Swine Flu Deaths. Learn how to best cope with the mounting swine flu death, as swine flu shots are shipping and tensions are rising.... Read more
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Beware an Unexpected Source of Caregiver Stress
October 22, 2009
Get the facts about unexpected caregiver stress. Learn the four common sources of regret among caregivers that add to caregiver's stress and how to cope with them.... Read more
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Cancer Proof Your Home: 5 Ways to Rid Your Home of Cancer-Triggering Toxins
October 21, 2009
Cancer Proof Your Home. Learn how to cancer your home by ridding it of harmful cancer toxins found in pesticides, household cleaners and cookware.... Read more
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Forgetting Faces: What It's Like to No Longer Be Recognized by Your Dad
October 20, 2009
Family members tell how they cope when they are forgotten by a loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia.... Read more
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How Family Caregiving Can Save You Money on Your Taxes
October 19, 2009
Save on Tax if a Caregiver. Learn how to save money on taxes with deductions and exemptions if you're a family caregiver.... Read more
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Prevent Diabetes By Treating It Before It Starts
October 16, 2009
Pre-Diabetes Treatment. Learn how recognizing pre-diabetes symptoms and treating it early can prevent diabetes onset.... Read more
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10 Signs of Caring Too Much
October 15, 2009
When Caring Too Much. Learn 10 signs of caring too much, and how to decide if you're at risk for caregiver burnout or compassion fatigue.... Read more
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Top 10 Breast Cancer Prevention Tips
October 14, 2009
Preventing Breast Cancer. Learn the top 10 breast cancer prevention tips to honor October as breast cancer awareness month.... Read more
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Alzheimer's Phone Problems: Little Object, Big Headaches
October 13, 2009
Alzheimer's Phone Problems. Learn ideas for handling telephone problems those with Alzheimer's may have, like dialing 911. Alzheimer's phone problems are actually... Read more
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So Your Parent Wants to Move In With You -- Can You Afford It?
October 12, 2009
Parents Moving in with You. Learn what to do when parents move in with you, and whether you can afford it.... Read more
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Resveratrol Supplement and Diabetes: A New Way to Balance Blood Sugar
October 09, 2009
Resveratrol Pills Balance Blood Sugar. Learn how resveratrol pills and supplements help to process sugar in the body for diabetics.... Read more
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Caregiving Stress Buster: Your Top 10 Pet Peeves
October 08, 2009
Pet Peeves About Eldercare. Learn how to alleviate the top 10 pet peeves of eldercare with our helpful caregiving stress buster.... Read more
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Flu Alert: 10 Warning Signs That It's Time to Call the Doctor
October 07, 2009
Heeding Flu Alert. Learn 10 warning signs that cold or flu is turning into a more serious illness, such as pneumonia.... Read more
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Is It Okay to "Spy" on a Relative With Suspected Dementia?
October 06, 2009
Signs of Dementia Are Showing. Learn what to do when you suspect signs of dementia in a relative, and why "spying" is okay.... Read more
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Celebrate Cancer Survivors on LiveStrong Day
October 02, 2009
Celebrating LiveStrong Day. Learn about LiveStrong Day, a one-day effort by Lance Armstrong's LiveStrong Foundation to unite cancer survivors around the world.... Read more
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World Alzheimer's Day and Why People With Alzheimer's Need It
September 20, 2010
World Alzheimer's Day is September 21. Here are three things the world should know about people with Alzheimer's disease. World Alzheimer's day honors all who have suffered ... Read more
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Senior Fraud Alert: Beware Financial Planners With Shady Credentials
October 05, 2009
Senior Fraud and senior insurance scams. Learn to avoid senior fraud by being aware of financial planners with shady credentials.... Read more
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Caring for a Spouse? 5 Reasons Stressed Spousal Caregivers Miss Out on Help
October 01, 2009
Caring for a spouse? Learn 5 reasons why stressed spousal caregivers miss out on helpful resources, and how to remedy this by finding resources that help.... Read more
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Heart Health Alert: Higher Stroke Risk for Women With Atrial Fibrillation
September 30, 2009
Atrial Fibrillation and Stroke Risk in Women. Learn whether atrial fibrillation causes higher risk of stroke in women.... Read more
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Baby Love: Therapy for Alzheimer's Sufferers
September 29, 2009
Surprisingly, an "Alzheimer's baby doll" helps someone with dementia feel like a functional adult (not a patronized child). Alzheimer's baby dolls also keep Alzheimer's patients from ... Read more
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Why You Should Worry When Your Parents Mention the Word Annuity
September 28, 2009
Worrying about Annuity Fraud. Learn why you should be worried about annuity fraud and annuity scams concerning seniors.... Read more
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Coenzyme Q10 Supplement Shows Promise In Preventing or Halting Parkinson's
September 25, 2009
What is Coenzyme Q10 Supplement? Learn about Coenzyme Q10 supplement, and how it can slow Parkinson's progression.... Read more
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What Is Hospice?
September 24, 2009
Hospice may be the best-kept secret of the American health care. Find out what hospice is -- and isn't -- and how hospice can help your family.... Read more
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Are There Early Symptoms of Pancreatic Cancer? Yes!
September 23, 2009
Early Symptoms of Pancreatic Cancer. Learn how to spot the early signs of pancreatic cancer, the deadly disease that just claimed Patrick Swayze.... Read more
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Sex and Alzheimer's: Love Stories, Sad Stories, and Lots of Questions
September 22, 2009
Dealing with Sex and Alzheimer's. Learn how to deal with sex and Alzheimer's, and the resultant conflicts that may arise. Sex and Alzheimer's disease has many potential minefields... Read more
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Prevent Falls with Safety Tips from National Falls Prevention Week
September 21, 2009
Fall Risk Assessment. Learn how to perform a fall risk assessment during Falls Prevention Awareness Week, a campaign to prevent seniors from falling.... Read more
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Is Your Family's Money Safe? Tips to Protect Against Scams and Schemes
September 18, 2009
How to Prevent Fraud? Learn how to prevent fraud, including elder fraud and family fraud, with these useful tips. ... Read more
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Compassion Fatigue: To Stop Caregiving Stress, Stop Caregiving
September 17, 2009
Compassion Fatigue is dangerous. Read these tips on curing compassion fatigue, a dangerous kind of caregiving stress.... Read more
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Dementia and Pain
September 15, 2009
Dementia and Pain often go together. Learn how to assess pain in dementia patients, and how to help. ... Read more
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Patrick Swayze's Last Wish
September 15, 2009
Patrick Swayze Last Words. Read about Patrick Swayze's last words after his 20-month long battle with pancreatic cancer.... Read more
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Frugal Living Wins Many New Fans
September 13, 2009
Frugal Living gains in popularity. According to a new survery, frugal living is a new philosophy for many Americans.... Read more
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Clinical Trials Missing from National Databases
September 11, 2009
Clinical Trial Studies are missing. Learn how clinical trial studies missing from national databases are a problem for patients looking for clinical trials.... Read more
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Grandparent's Day (or Any Day) Gifts Kids Can Make
September 10, 2009
Grandparents Day Gifts for kids. 10 Grandparents Day gift ideas that are quick and easy for a child to make.... Read more
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Health Risks from Drinking Soda, Especially for Women
September 09, 2009
Soda Health Risks for women. Learn the dangers of soda drinking, especially for women's health. ... Read more
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What Is Someone With Dementia Thinking?
September 08, 2009
Mental Thinking with dementia. Get more insight into the mental thoughts of someone with dementia. ... Read more
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An Aspirin a Day Keeps Colon Cancer at Bay
September 04, 2009
Daily Aspirin reduces colon cancer risk. New study shows that taking an aspirin a day reduces risk of death from colon cancer.... Read more
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6 Ways to Work Around Someone Else's Denial
September 03, 2009
Denial of care often fuels caregiver stress. Learn how to respond constructively to family members' denial.... Read more
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Hail, Hail, Heart Patients: an Alternative to a Common Heart Medication
September 02, 2009
Heart Medication alternative. Learn what new heart medication is a safer alternative to Coumadin or Warfarin.... Read more
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Can Marilyn Monroe or George Clooney Predict Alzheimer's?
September 01, 2009
Predicting Alzheimer's. Learn whether iconic celebrities like Marilyn Monroe can help predict Alzheimer's in loved ones. Predicting Alzheimer's disease can be done by... Read more
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Free Caregiving Help -- From Your Job?!
September 07, 2009
Free Help for Caregivers. The majority of American companies now offer help for caregivers via eldercare benefits. ... Read more
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Tips to Help Family Caregivers Save Both Time and Money
August 31, 2009
Family Caregiver Tips. These time and money-saving caregiver tips provide valuable help for caregivers.... Read more
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RIP, Ted Kennedy--and Thank You
August 28, 2009
Ted Kennedy's death is a tragedy. The death of Ted Kennedy is a great loss, particularly to American healthcare reform. When Ted Kennedy was diagnosed with aggressive glioma, a brain tumor,... Read more
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Testing for Your Genetic Risk of Alzheimer's: Yes or No?
August 27, 2009
Is there Genetic Risk of Alzheimer's? Find out if there's such a thing as genetic Alzheimer's and an Alzheimer's gene. Alzheimer's Genetic testing often carries a risk... Read more
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Are You About to Have A Heart Attack? 7 Heart Attack Signs Women -- And Doctors -- Often Miss
August 26, 2009
7 Signs of a Heart Attack in women. Learn to recognize the overlooked signs of heart attack in women.... Read more
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Stress Causes
August 25, 2009
Your stress level doesn't just come from the stressful situations in your life -- it also matters how you respond to them. Discover 5 common stressors and practical tips to help.... Read more
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Five Debt Triggers -- One Simple Solution
August 24, 2009
5 Common Causes of Debt. Learn the typical reasons for debt and how to use debt negotiation to help yourself.... Read more
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Nonprofit Nursing Homes
August 21, 2009
If you're looking for a nursing home for your loved one, find out more about nonprofit nursing homes and when that might be the best choice. ... Read more
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De-Stressing End-of-Life Care NOW (Whatever Healthcare Reform Brings)
August 20, 2009
Get helpful advice about end of life care now, regardless of the healthcare debate and what happens. When evaluating quality of life (right to the very end of life) all options should be on the table because life, and death, aren't like the movies.... Read more
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Cancer Patients Who Get Palliative Care Suffer Less, Study Shows
August 19, 2009
Cancer Palliative Care improves the quality of life. Learn how palliative treatment prevents depression in advanced cancer patients.... Read more
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When Caregiving for Someone With Alzheimer's, Emotions Are All-Important
August 18, 2009
Emotional Stability in Alzheimer's care. Learn how to instill emotional stability with an Alzheimer's patient for better emotional health. Alzheimer's emotions... Read more
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10 Little-Known Signs of Lung Cancer (Would You Guess a Change in Mood?)
August 14, 2009
10 little-known Lung Cancer Signs. Learn the least known signs of lung cancer, including onset of psychiatric symptoms. ... Read more
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A "Perfect Mom," a Bottle of Vodka, and 8 Dead: Why We Must Learn to Recognize Alcoholism in Women
August 12, 2009
Recognizing Alcoholism in Women. Learn the signs of alcoholism in women to help prevent a tragedy or dire consequences.... Read more
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Prolonged Grief, a New Psychological Disorder?
August 12, 2009
New diagnosis for Prolonged Grief. Learn about the diagnosis of Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD) and therapy to help. ... Read more
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Bad News for Those with Spinal Compression Fractures; Popular Treatment May Not Work After All
August 10, 2009
Treatment for spinal Compression Fractures doesn't work. Study shows that popular treatment for spinal compression fractures does not work. ... Read more
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What the Death of Baby Boomer Icon John Hughes Can Teach You About Heart Disease
August 10, 2009
There's a definite Heart Disease Lesson in John Hughes' death at 59. Baby boomers need to be more aware of heart disease.... Read more
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Surprising New Research: Is It Alzheimer's -- or a Vision Problem?
August 10, 2009
Improving Vision for Alzheimer's patients. New study shows that improving vision reduces confusion in those with Alzheimer's. Improving vision for those with Alzheimer's can also help... Read more
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Retirement Shock: How to Get Back on Track When Your Savings Are a Shambles
August 07, 2009
Got Retirement Shock? Here's 7 ways to save your retirement plans amid the economic downturn.... Read more
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The Secret Guilt of Caregivers
August 05, 2009
Caregiver guilt affects many family caregivers. Learn more about secret caregiver guilt, and the difference between good guilt and bad guilt. ... Read more
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Bad News for Menopausal Women: Hormone Therapy Boosts Ovarian and Breast Cancer Risk
August 05, 2009
New study shows hormone replacement therapy risk for increased ovarian cancer in menopausal women undergoing hormone therapy.... Read more
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How to Hang Out With Someone Who Has Alzheimer's
August 04, 2009
Advice on how to have a successful visit with a family member who has Alzheimers disease or another dementia. Simple lessons learned from watching children interact with Alzheimer's patients.... Read more
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Sasha and Malia Obama's Parents Have Living Wills, How About Yours?
August 04, 2009
The Obama's have living wills, what about your parents? How to broach the sensitive subject of living wills with your parents and protect their wishes.... Read more
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How Families and Friends Can Save Money By Trading Favors and Help
July 31, 2009
Save money by trading favors. Trading favors like gardening, childcare, pet care, mending, and handywork with family, friends and neighbors can trim budget.... Read more
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Health Alert: 7 Vaccines Few Adults Have Had -- But Need
July 31, 2009
Why is Adult Vaccination important? Find out why getting adult vaccines helps prevent serious health problems.... Read more
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Is This Alzheimer's Prevention Advice Worth Changing Your Life Over?
July 29, 2009
Are Alzheimer's studies worth acting on? A memory expert offers advice on interpreting new Alzheimer's studies and whether to apply Alzheimer's learnings. Alzheimer's studies... Read more
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How to Cope With Cancer Fear
July 28, 2009
Learn how to deal with cancer fear and the dread associated with a cancer diagnosis. Find out how to cope with cancer fear in the face of recent projections.... Read more
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Which Painkillers Are Safe for Seniors?
July 27, 2009
Painkillers unsafe for seniors. New warning from American Geriatric Society says that common painkillers aren't safe. Find out which are unsafe painkillers.... Read more
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How to Get Your Health Insurance Company to Pay Up
July 23, 2009
Getting your health insurance company to pay for care can be trying. Things you need to know to get health insurance company payment for medical care. ... Read more
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Stress and the Music Cure
July 22, 2009
Caregivers and older adults often need to relieve stress. Luckily, there's always the music cure. Music can be a great stress reliever. Find out why?... Read more
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Research Highlights From Global Alzheimer's Conference
July 21, 2009
A helpful article with a roundup of the biggest Alzheimer's and dementia updates from the Alzheimer's Association's 2009 International Conference on Alzheimer's Disease. ... Read more
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Swine Flu Vaccine Coming Soon: What You Need to Know
July 20, 2009
The swine flu vaccine will likely be available by fall; here's what you need to know. Swine Flu was back in the news last week with reports of so many cases spreading around the globe that the World Health Organization announced it's no longer going to keep count. ... Read more
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The HALO, a New Easy Breast Cancer Test, Arrives
July 17, 2009
Find out about the HALO test, a new and easy test for breast cancer. Here's what the new HALO breast cancer test can tell women about their risk of breast cancer.... Read more
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Foods That Prevent Memory Loss
July 17, 2009
New research shows that adults who eat the high-fiber, low-fat DASH foods can prevent memory loss and are less likely to develop dementia. Get the facts about the DASH diet.... Read more
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Save Money -- And Strengthen Family Ties -- With A Multi-Generation Vacation
July 17, 2009
Find out why trading a family vacation for a multi-generation vacation can be an affordable way for everyone to enjoy the summer on a tight budget, while strengthening family ties.... Read more
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Close Ties to a Caregiver May Slow Dementia Progress
July 16, 2009
Learn about new research that the quality of the caregiver-recipient relationship can influence the course of Alzheimer's. Higher levels of closeness were associated with slower cognitive decline.... Read more
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Another Alzheimer's Gene Identified
July 16, 2009
A helpful article about a new Alzheimer's gene, and what to know about Alzheimer's and genetics. A new gene linked to apolipoprotein helps scientists get a step closer to figuring it out.... Read more
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How To Barbecue the Healthy Way
July 15, 2009
A helpful article on healthy grilling. Studies show red meat and processed meats cause cancer, but you can still have great summer barbecues with these healthy nutrition tips.... Read more
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Why So Many Doctors Seem Slow to Diagnose Alzheimer's
July 14, 2009
Learn more about Alzheimer's diagnosis. In new research, doctors talk about the factors that get in the way of promptly diagnosing Alzheimer's or dementia symptoms in older patients.... Read more
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A Recession Survival Guide for Family Caregivers
July 13, 2009
A helpful article with money saving tips to help family caregivers during tough economic times. If economic hard times have hit your family, welcome to the club.... Read more
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Beware Triglycerides, the "Forgotten Fat"-- and Easy Ways to Lower Your Risk
July 10, 2009
Learn why Triglycerides are more dangerous than people realize. Triglycerides (TG) are a specific type of fat, or lipid, and recent studies have shown high TG levels are a risk factor for developing heart disease.... Read more
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Who's Worse Off: People With Alzheimer's…or Their Caregivers?
July 09, 2009
Learn why caregivers need as much care and support as the people with Alzheimer's they look after. Also learn how to avoid roadblocks making you be your own worst enemy. ... Read more
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Beware Red Meat, the New Cancer Risk
July 08, 2009
Get the facts about studies that now show eating red meat and processed meat increases the risk of several types of cancer including colon cancer and stomach cancer.... Read more
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Life's 5 Most Important Lessons
July 07, 2009
A helpful article on the top life lessons learned. A list of the top 5 most important lessons in life as compiled from surveys of people from 65 to 104.... Read more
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Family Money Conflicts
July 06, 2009
Your family money conflict might be due to "money style" differences. Find out more about 4 common money battles and tips to make peace.... Read more
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"One Day at a Time" and 4 Other Caregiver Stress Coping Traps to Avoid
July 02, 2009
A helpful article explain why caregivers' coping strategies for stress aren't always helpful. Learn what works better and why you can't just "take it one day at a time". ... Read more
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"Trojan Horse" Chemotherapy the Cancer Treatment of the Future?
July 03, 2009
Learn more about a cancer treatment breakthrough that uses "Trojan Horse" nanotechnology to sneak chemotherapy into cancer cells without injuring other cells.... Read more
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Bone Health Alert: Are Low Levels of Vitamin D Putting You at Risk?
July 01, 2009
Learn more about an alarming report on global levels of Vitamin D. Low levels of vitamin D are putting older adults' bones at risk of osteoporosis and even cancer, according to a new report.... Read more
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Why Hospitals and Alzheimer's Are a Tough Mix
June 30, 2009
Get advice on caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's or another form of dementia at the hospital. Being hospitalized with Alzheimer's can be very stressful for both patients and loved ones.... Read more
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5 Money Styles and How Differences Cause Family Conflicts
June 29, 2009
Learn to understand how you and others view and value money, and where your strengths and weaknesses lie. Different money styles can cause serious conflict in families.... Read more
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Is There Such a Thing as a "Caregiving Instinct"?
June 25, 2009
Learn how caregivers with the caring instinct can help reduce stress for everyone in an elder care situation. The qualities of a good caregiver do not require the caring instinct but much can be learned from those with caring instincts.... Read more
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RIP Farrah Fawcett, Who Wanted Us to Take Her -- And Cancer -- Seriously
June 25, 2009
Farrah Fawcett talked openly about her battle with a type of cancer that's particularly embarrassing to talk about. She may have started her career as a pin-up girl, but she couldn't have ended it with more dignity in her role as a public figure. ... Read more
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What Michael Jackson's Early Death Can Teach Us About Heart Health
June 25, 2009
Find out how singer Michael Jackson's death from cardiac arrest can teach us all to focus on heart health. How to protect your heart from stress and cardiac risks.... Read more
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A New "Miracle" Drug Regimen Saves Men With Inoperable Prostate Cancer
June 23, 2009
A new "miracle" drug (called MDX-010 or ipilimumab) treatment for inoperable prostate cancer leaves patients formerly considered terminal cancer-free.... Read more
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3 Key Steps to Protect Against Falls -- and Prevent a "Cascade" of Health Problems
June 22, 2009
Learn 3 easy steps to prevent falling and the "cascade" effect. A fall that leads to a broken hip or other fracture can trigger a series of serious health problems, and often leads to death.... Read more
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When Celebrities Face Alzheimer's: Advice for Caregivers From 6 Who've Been There
June 22, 2009
Learn about celebrities with Alzheimer's. Alzheimer's disease has touched Sir Michael Caine, Leeza Gibbons, Maria Shriver, two First Ladies, and a "Lord of the Rings" actor. Celebrities with Alzheimer's ... Read more
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Don't Have Health Insurance? Here's How to Get Health Care Anyway
June 19, 2009
A helpful article with advice on how to get free and low-cost health care if you don't have health insurance, because prevention is just as important for the uninsured.... Read more
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How to Make Difficult Conversations Less Stressful
June 18, 2009
Seven tips for how to make difficult conversations with aging parents less stressful. Learn how to talk to an aging parent about difficult aspects of eldercare like incontinence, driving, and moving.... Read more
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7 Ways to Support Someone With Breast Cancer
June 17, 2009
Learn how to support someone with breast cancer in your life. Going through breast cancer treatment can be very difficult and providing support for breast cancer patients can make a very big difference.... Read more
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Take the New 5-Minute Alzheimer's "Test" –- And Then Do This
June 16, 2009
Have you tried the new 5-minute test for Alzheimer's disease yet? This new 5-minute test for Alzheimer's is fast, effective, easy, and can be given at home. ... Read more
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How to Care for Someone Who Has Cancer - AND a Negative Attitude
June 12, 2009
Learn how to care for someone with cancer and cheer them up. Help someone with cancer handle fear, anger, sadness, and discouragement that often come with a cancer diagnosis.... Read more
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Reconciling With Siblings After a Fight Over Caregiving for a Parent
June 11, 2009
Sibling Conflict over Caregiving. Learn to reconcile with sibllings after a parent care conflict. ... Read more
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Wish Your Time Spent Caring for Older Family Members Could Be Paid? Maybe It Can
June 10, 2009
Paid caregiving assistance programs are available in many states; find out if you can get paid for health care assistance you provide for your family members or relatives.... Read more
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5 Hot-Weather Bummers for Alzheimer's Caregivers
June 09, 2009
Get helpful advice on dealing with dehydration, refusing to bathe, sundown syndrome, and other things that vex Alzheimer's and dementia caregivers in summer. ... Read more
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The #1 Reason You're So Tired (It's Not What You Think)
June 08, 2009
Those who are always tired--especially women--may have Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome, a breathing disorder that makes it hard to stay asleep. If this sounds like you or someone close to you, you'll want to know about... Read more
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Push Our Buttons
June 04, 2009
A new feature on Caring lets caregivers communicate faster and better. And then I blog at Caring Currents or file a feature article for Caring.com –- and the commentary pops into my mailbox or in Comments within hours. Or sometimes minutes! Instantaneous feedback is great,... Read more
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For Cancer Patients, The Right Clinical Trial Can Be the Secret To Survival
June 03, 2009
Find out about Lucanix, a very promising treatment for advanced non-small-cell lung cancer patients (NSCLC). Clinical trials for Lucanix and other cancer drugs can save lives for those who've lost hope.... Read more
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In Search of the Right Father's Day Card for a Dad With Alzheimer's
June 02, 2009
A helpful article on sending Father's Day cards to a dad with Alzheimer's or dementia. Get advice on whether to send one or not, sentimental or humorous, and more. ... Read more
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How to Get Siblings to Help Pay for a Parent's Care
May 29, 2009
Sibling Help with Parent Care. Learn how to get sibling help with paying for care or treatment.... Read more
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7 Health Conditions That Look and Sound Like Alzheimer's But Aren't Alzheimer's
May 28, 2009
Learn why what seems to be Alzheimer's disease may be another condition and why dementia symptoms need to be checked out. Alzheimer's is a disease; dementia is how it plays out in the person.... Read more
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Get Tested for Inner Ear Balance Disorders to Prevent Falls
May 27, 2009
Inner ear balance problems, or vestibular disorders, can cause dizziness, vertigo, and lead to falls - they affect 35% of adults over 40. Get tested to prevent injury from inner ear balance problems.... Read more
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10 of the "Stickiest" Possessions That Can Make Moving an Older Relative Harder
May 26, 2009
A helpful article with a list of the possessions older adults are least likely to want to part with when they move or downsize. Can someone be "imprisoned" by their possessions?... Read more
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Homecare Budget
May 22, 2009
You've decided your loved one needs home care, but how will you pay for it? Check out these 8 budgeting tips. From Caring.com.... Read more
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10 Tips for Better Sex After 50
May 22, 2009
10 tips for Sex after 50. Learn new ways to make sex in old age more pleasurable and rewarding.... Read more
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How Being a Parent Paves the Way for Parent-Caring
May 21, 2009
Child care and elder-parent care have a lot of parallels. So, for example, here are six parenting traits that still are helping me now –- and why: My all-hands-on-deck approach... Read more
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Depression, Women, and Menopause -- a Hot Topic We Need to Talk About
May 20, 2009
Learn more about depression, menopause and women. Depression in older women is not talked about enough, although the World Psychiatry Association says it's an epidemic.... Read more
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12 Signs You Probably DON'T Have Alzheimer's
May 19, 2009
Are you worried that you might have Alzheimer's or another form of dementia? A checklist of signs about memory loss and other situations that mean someone probably does not have Alzheimer's disease.... Read more
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The In-Home Care Dilemma: Realizing You Need It, Figuring Out How to Afford It
May 15, 2009
Since so many other Caring.com members are in the same situation, I thought I'd summarize the steps we followed to come up with a plan. 1. Assess your parent's needs. ... Read more
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5 Real Sources of Hope About Alzheimer's Disease
May 14, 2009
Alzheimer's is not without hope. It's just that, especially when you're an Alzheimer's caregiver, sources of hope aren't always the flashy, grand ones in the headlines. So let's take our hope where we can find it – because it is out there: ... Read more
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Dirty Dozen: 12 Ways Hands-on Caregivers Are Driven Crazy by Their Siblings
May 12, 2009
Siblings have spent a lifetime knowing how to push your buttons. Why should caregiving be any different? Here are 12 ways siblings make caregivers crazy. ... Read more
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10 Early Signs of Prostate Cancer That Often Go Unnoticed
May 12, 2009
Find out ten early signs of prostate cancer. Learn to recognize signs and symptoms of prostate cancer that often go unnoticed.... Read more
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Mother's Day Grief
May 08, 2009
A compelling article on coping with grief on Mother's Day. Whether you had a great or horrible relationship with your mother, coping with the loss of your mother on Mother's Day can be very difficult.... Read more
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A Surprising Gift Older Adults Often Need: Good Shoes (and How to Pick the Right Pair)
May 07, 2009
Buying shoes for older adults can be tough. Check out our guidelines, tips, and facts about how to choose the best shoes for elderly men and women. Safe shoes are good shoes.... Read more
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Breaking Through Isolation: Is it Fatigue, Depression, or Loneliness?
May 06, 2009
A helpful article about depression, isolation, loneliness and how to help an aging loved one. Depression is very common among older adults, and is often confused with fatigue, chronic pain, and other issues.... Read more
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Dementia Alert: The Scary Complication Nobody Tells You About
May 05, 2009
Learn how to recognize delirium, a common condition in older people who are hospitalized or ill, and how delirium is different from dementia.... Read more
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5 Bills You Can Lower With a Phone Call
May 01, 2009
5 ways to lower your bills with a simple phone call.... Read more
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The Junk Wars: 8 Ways to Get Rid of Aging Parents' "Stuff" (and Your Resentment Over Having to Deal With It)
April 30, 2009
Many of you face the "junk wars" - sorting through the accumulated years of "stuff". Learn 8 ways to get rid of junk and feel good about it.... Read more
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Swine Flu: 10 Things You Need to Know to Protect Seniors
April 29, 2009
A helpful article with 10 things you need to know to protect your family from swine flu. The H1N1 virus has been all over the news and many people are rightfully worried.... Read more
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"But Dad, You Just Ate": How Alzheimer's Changes Appetite and What to Do About It
April 28, 2009
Changing Eating Habits from Alzheimer's. Learn helpful strategies when Alzheimer's causes change in appetite. Alzheimer's eating habits and appetite can be very ... Read more
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Avoid the Posthospitalization Communication Breakdown
April 23, 2009
Find out why caregivers must assume a large burden of the continuity of care and communication between hospitalization and follow up with primary care physicians.... Read more
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A New Gel That Treats Esophageal Cancer: A Welcome Hope
April 22, 2009
Get the facts about a biodegradable gel that's being used to treat esophageal cancer. Esophageal cancer is often aggressive, with few treatment options. So honestly, this is a case where any news of treatments that work is good news.... Read more
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Fear Alzheimer's? Try the Talking Cure
April 21, 2009
Learn about a new HBO series on Alzheimer's that joins support groups, online community groups, and talk therapists as a great way to de-stigmatize dementia and lessen people's fears of developing Alzheimer's disease.... Read more
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Money-Saving Lessons from the Simple Living Movement
April 20, 2009
Get helpful tips for saving money from the simple living movement. Many of us, facing job loss, mortgages beyond our means, and other difficult circumstances, are facing the need to make big lifestyle changes and simple living could be the answer.... Read more
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The Surprising Thing Caregivers Want Most From Long-Distance Relatives
April 17, 2009
A helpful article on what Alzheimer's and dementia caregivers want most from long distance relatives. As it turns out it is both simple and profound, they simply want to be acknowledged.... Read more
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Think Like Grandma and Reap Even Bigger Savings
April 16, 2009
Learn to save money by changing your mindset to think like your Depression era grandparents or parents and you'll find it easier and more fun to weather today's tough times.... Read more
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New Hope for Liver Cancer
April 15, 2009
Tiny chemotherapy beads soaked in the drug doxorubicin can provide hope for liver cancer treatment. The chemo beads appears to have the potential to halt liver tumors in their tracks.... Read more
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Watching Dad Dodder: How Much to Help (to Prevent a Fall) and How Much to Leave Him Alone?
April 14, 2009
How to decide how much to help an older person avoid falling. I know walking is great exercise. Yet any time he moves it's a potential accident! He especially likes to walk around the backyard and I know the fresh air is good for him... Read more
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Your Parents' Debts and Bills - Should You Worry?
April 10, 2009
5 little-known facts about your parents' debt to set your mind at ease. 1) You're not responsible for your parents' debts. 2) You're not responsible for your parent's medical bills after death. 3) You're not liable...... Read more
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How to Get Someone You Love to Quit Smoking (And Why It's Not Too Late)
April 09, 2009
If you have a loved one that smokes, most likely you have asked the question: how to get someone to quit smoking? Aggressive new treatments have shown good results in getting someone to quit smoking.... Read more
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5 Myths About Cancer Prevention: Beware the Hype!
April 08, 2009
Cancer cures or prevention strategies that don't work -- and might actually put you at risk for cancer! Dangerously wrong information about cancer is flying around the airwaves in the form of group e-mails, comments on blog posts, or Tweets.... Read more
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Should There Be a Mandatory Driving Test for People 75 and Up?
April 07, 2009
Should the elderly be given a mandatory driving test? Join the debate on cognition tests and whether mandatory tests for the old are a good idea.... Read more
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Getting Out from Under Debt: Today's Family Challenge
April 03, 2009
A helpful article with tips for families struggling with credit card debt. If new legislation passed, some of the worst practices, such as "any time, any reason" interest rate hikes, would be banned. ... Read more
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6 Questions to Ask the Doctor When an Elder Has Multiple Health Problems
April 02, 2009
A helpful article on how to get better care for someone who has multiple health problems. Learn 6 questions that can help you avoid swimming in medical advice, prescriptions, and confusion.... Read more
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One Cheap, All-In-One Pill Could Cut Heart Disease Risk in Half
April 01, 2009
Learn about Polycap or "polypill", a cheap 5-drug cocktail recently unveiled that has the potential to cut heart disease and stroke risk in half. This pill will be affordable and easy to take for seniors.... Read more
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When Dementia Makes Someone See Things That Aren't There
March 31, 2009
Get advice on dementia and Alzheimer's visual hallucinations. Patients often believe they're seeing things and people who, in reality, aren't there. ... Read more
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Pet Safety for Seniors
March 28, 2009
More than 21,000 elderly Americans are treated in emergency rooms each year due to falls associated with their pet dogs and cats. Find out when pets are risky, and what to do.... Read more
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Financial Crises for Caregivers: The Time vs. Money Dilemma
March 27, 2009
Get helpful tips for managing the cost of caregiving and avoiding financial crises. It takes a lot of time to care for ailing and older family members, time the caregiver can't spend working and earning a living.... Read more
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8 Spring Pick-Me-Ups for Tired Caregivers
March 26, 2009
A helpful article with a list of eight spring pick me ups for tired caregivers. No matter how dedicated or cheerful a caregiver feels toward his or her responsibility, it's inevitable to need a pick me up once in a while.... Read more
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Urgent Call to Catch Breast Cancer Early: Here's How
March 25, 2009
Learn important steps in catching breast cancer early. Studies and breast cancer survivors' stories prove the importance of catching breast cancer and breast cancer recurrence early.... Read more
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Alzheimer's Romance: Why Sandra Day O'Connor Is Right
March 24, 2009
Learn why it's easier for spouses, like retired justice Sandra Day O'Connor, than adult children to see their mates with Alzheimer's share romance and interest in others. ... Read more
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Warning: Older Folks Losing Their Money to Scams and Fraud at Alarming Rates
March 20, 2009
A helpful article as financial scams aimed at seniors and elder fraud are causing seniors to lose $2.6 billion a year according to a new study.... Read more
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Would You Take One of the New Alzheimer's Tests?
March 19, 2009
Would You Take One of the New Alzheimer's Tests? If someone in your family has Alzheimer's disease, you have a front-row seat on what its peculiar devastation can be like. So how badly do you want to know about your own risk?... Read more
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Families Could Save Hundreds of $$$ By Choosing the Right Medicare Drug Plan
March 18, 2009
Seniors confused by Medicare Part D prescription drug plans are choosing costly plans and missing out on savings of as much as $500 a year. So listen up; here's how to choose the right Medicare Part D prescription drug plan for you or someone else.... Read more
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Why We Dread the "Ucky" Side of Elder Care
March 17, 2009
Get helpful advice for dealing with unpleasant parts of elder personal care like bathing, hair washing, incontinence, ostomy bags, bedsores and other skin problems.... Read more
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If Only All Our Parents Could Be Art Linkletter
March 14, 2009
Find out why Art Linkletter is a model of how to age well with good attitude. Art Linkletter has a key factor that shapes both health and what caregiving is like for the people who love you: Attitude. ... Read more
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The 10 Biggest Money Mistakes Nearly Everyone Makes
March 13, 2009
Learn how to save money by avoiding common costly mistakes in managing finances. A list of the top 10 money mistakes even savvy folks make, and some suggestions for how to solve them.... Read more
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When Someone With Dementia Says, "I Want to Go Home"
March 12, 2009
"I Want to Go Home," is commonly said by those with dementia. Learn how to deal with dementia confusion. ... Read more
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Finding Help to Pay for Cancer Care
March 11, 2009
Beyond the emotional stress of coping with cancer there are financial challenges to deal with. Learn how to pay the high costs of cancer care and cancer treatment.... Read more
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4 Fresh-Start Steps for Out-of-Shape Caregivers
March 10, 2009
Learn four ways caregivers can start on a path to better health themselves. It's no secret too many family caregivers are in less than optimal health themselves.... Read more
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Saving Money With Coupons -- Everybody's Doing It
March 06, 2009
Coupons are a money-saver but a time-suck. One sandwich generation mom found a multigenerational solution so everyone benefits and saves. Even though I'm doing the shopping, she can cut out and organize the coupons so they're easy for me to use when I get to the counter.... Read more
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Caregivers' Fear of the Inevitable
March 05, 2009
Learn why many caregivers fear the death of the person they look after. And, get helpful advice on how to deal with the unspoken fear of death that so many of us face.... Read more
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What If 120,000 People Didn't Have to Get Cancer? Prevention Strategies Guaranteed to Work
March 04, 2009
Cancer prevention strategies guaranteed to work! A new report recommends lifestyle changes guaranteed to prevent one third of all cancers, if we can make them. Would you change your lifestyle if you could slash your risk of getting cancer by a third or even half?... Read more
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Dementia and Consistency
March 03, 2009
You've heard about the importance of consistency when caring for someone with dementia -- but some changes can't be controlled. What to think about.... Read more
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When It Takes a Village to Care for a "Sandwich Generation" Family
February 27, 2009
The sandwich generation, caring for both parents and children, is faced with the impossible task of trying to be in several places at once; some tips for coping. ... Read more
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12 Signs of an Over-Involved Caregiver
February 26, 2009
12 signs of an overinvolved caregiver. Obviously, aging relatives need lots of assistance, and more in some situations than others. But sometimes well-intentioned caregivers overdo the role without realizing it.... Read more
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Futuristic Tests to Detect Early-Stage Cancer
February 25, 2009
Learn about the latest cancer testing developments. As we all know early detection is key to cancer survival. It is also the stated goal of the Canary Foundation.... Read more
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11 Things You Have a Right to Expect at Doctor Visits for Dementia Symptoms
February 24, 2009
My dad, who has dementia symptoms, no longer visits the doctor without one of his children present. We report changes, take notes, ask questions. One of the things I like best about his new primary physician is that he looks right at Dad and talks to him first.... Read more
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Money Saving Tips
February 20, 2009
If money is tight, take some tips from the past. Discover 5 thrifty ideas that can help you reduce monthly expenses.... Read more
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Just Stressed or Depressed? How to Tell the Difference
February 19, 2009
A helpful article with 7 questions to help caregivers gauge the difference between stress and depression. Living a stressful life is no picnic. But being stressed is different from having clinical depression.... Read more
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Prostate Cancer Breakthrough Could Determine Whose Disease Is Aggressive, Whose Isn't
February 18, 2009
Find out about recent prostate cancer news. New research discovers that an amino acid, sarcosine, can be used to predict whether a prostate tumor will become aggressive.... Read more
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Alzheimer's Wandering Devices
February 17, 2009
Almost two-thirds of people with dementia wander off at some point. Discover devices that can help in case your loved one wanders. From Caring.com.... Read more
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Families Find Hidden Savings by Cutting Insurance Costs
February 13, 2009
Members of the caregiving generation can end up paying too much for insurance; so here are tips for cutting hundreds of dollars in monthly costs. 1. Car insurance. This is absolutely the place to start... Read more
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Elder Mediators
February 12, 2009
Read the 6 surprising reasons why elder mediation might be the best way to resolve a stressful family conflict about caregiving for a senior.... Read more
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Possible Ban of Darvon is Good News for Seniors -- Even Those Who Take It!
February 11, 2009
Darvon and Darvocet can be dangerous for seniors, with side effects such as dizziness, confusion, falling, and death - FDA panel to recommend a ban is in the works.... Read more
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3 Off-Road Warning Signs About Older Drivers With Memory Loss
February 10, 2009
Learn about three off-road warning signs that can help determine when a loved one struggling with memory loss and driving is a likely hazard to himself or others.... Read more
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Stressed? Try Saving Hundreds a Month on Your Mortgage
February 06, 2009
refinance at the new low rates and save your family hundreds of dollars a month, a great stress-buster for caregivers. So need I point out that many of us caregivers are trying to live on very, very tight budgets?... Read more
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New Parkinson's Program Offers Up 3 Good Sources of Hope
February 05, 2009
Get good advice on Parkinson's from a new documentary about the disease. "My Father, My Brother, and Me," on PBS's Frontline, was created by journalist Dave Iverson.... Read more
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Many More Cancer Drugs Covered by Insurance Thanks to New Medicare Rules
February 04, 2009
New rules for Medicare coverage make more cancer drugs available at lower cost. A quiet revolution in cancer care that started last November is beginning to make a big difference in treatment options for cancer patients.... Read more
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5 Ways to Help a Relative Thrive While Hospitalized
February 03, 2009
A helpful article with tips on what caregivers can do in the hospital. Caregiving doesn't get put on hold when a relative is hospitalized. If anything, the job takes on a new urgency.... Read more
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How to Decide on Enrolling a Family Member With Alzheimer's in a Clinical Trial
January 31, 2009
How to Decide on Enrolling a Family Member With Alzheimer's in a Clinical Trial. New research shows people would want their relatives to sign them up for a dementia drug clinical trial if they couldn't decide for themselves. In order to get new ... Read more
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The First Money Conversation: How to Make Sure It Goes Right
January 30, 2009
The first conversation with your parents about money can be hard, but there are ways to make sure it goes right. The best way to start off the money conversation, experts say,... Read more
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Can You Escape From Alzheimer's Caregiving...By Reading Stories About Alzheimer's? 4 New Books
January 29, 2009
Learn how the genre of stories featuring Alzheimer's disease is booming. Dementia caregivers often find respite by escaping to a good book. Here are 4 books worth mentioning. ... Read more
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Big News for Chemotherapy Patients: Timing is Everything
January 28, 2009
Find out why new research revealed that the timing of chemo appointments may have an important effect on how well the chemotherapy drugs work to fight cancer.... Read more
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Caregivers, Barter Your Way to Sanity
January 27, 2009
Learn how bartering is saving caregivers money in a down economy. One huge benefit is how it can ease stress. The very nature of exchanging involves supportive human contact.... Read more
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7 Ways to Find Bargains in Senior Housing
January 23, 2009
Learn why senior housing, assisted living and other senior housing options might be more affordable than you think. In fact, spend some time bargain shopping and you might be able to find seriously discounted senior housing.... Read more
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Talking About Sad Things With a Person Who Has Dementia
January 22, 2009
Learn how to talk about sad news or distressing events such as death with someone who has Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. Many worry about upsetting the person with dementia unnecessarily. ... Read more
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When Should We Worry About Melanoma? Now, Experts Say
January 21, 2009
Get the facts on Melanoma, Lymph Nodes, and the Sentinel Node test. Melanoma rates are rising every year despite better detection and treatment. Find out when to worry about melanoma.... Read more
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Good News for Caregivers: The Most Depressing Day of the Year Is Behind You
January 20, 2009
Find out why down days may be inevitable, but downright depression doesn't have to be. The most depressing day of the year can be any day for caregivers but the causes can usually be fixed.... Read more
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Safe Sleep Tips to Prevent Stroke
January 16, 2009
Can sleep apnea increase chances for a stroke? Learn basic safety tips to prevent sleep apnea and reduce the risk of a loved one suffering from strokes in their sleep.... Read more
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Alzheimer's Aggression Is Scary, But You Can Get Through It
January 15, 2009
Aggression and anger is common in Alzheimer's patients. You're not alone. Learn strategies to cope with anger and aggression in Alzheimer's patients at Caring.com.... Read more
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Older Drivers Crash Less -- But Here's Why You Shouldn't Quit Worrying
January 14, 2009
A helpful article discusses new research that shows older drivers are crashing less often. Although this is great news, we also can't ignore a responsibility to speak up or take action when they're steering into danger.... Read more
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Anti-Cancer Superfoods: Do They Really Work?
January 14, 2009
What are Anti Cancer Foods? Learn the 10 best foods that prevent cancer with nutrients to halt tumor growth.... Read more
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Are You a "Green" Caregiver? 3 Easy Tips
January 13, 2009
Three easy "green" ways a caregiver can use nature to enhance health. Environmentally-aware advice tends to focus on nature-friendly ways you can live better and longer, rather than on green ways to take care of family members who are already living longer (even though they never detoxified their homes or ate home-composted antioxidants).... Read more
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The Least Productive Emotion for Dementia Caregivers
January 08, 2009
Find out about Memory Lessons, a new book on caring for people with dementia and Alzheimer's, and a geriatrician's advice for caregivers to let go of guilt. Guilt is natural and should be expected.... Read more
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5 Ways to Check Up on Your Parent's Finances
January 08, 2009
A helpful article for people who may be worried about their parent's finances. Learn 5 ways to discover whether your parent is successfully keeping on top of finances.... Read more
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The 10 Biggest Cancer Breakthroughs of 2008
January 07, 2009
A helpful article with a list of the 10 biggest cancer breakthroughs of 2008. Learn about breakthrough cancer treatments and new drug therapies for a number of different cancers.... Read more
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The Three-Question Medications Check-Up
January 06, 2009
A helpful article on medication safety. Learn three questions to ask about the medications of someone being cared for to keep them safe, avoid dangerous drug interactions, and save money.... Read more
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Back-Up Care Keeps the "Sandwich Generation" Working
January 02, 2009
Back-up care plans make it possible for the "sandwich generation" to keep on working. They call it the "sandwich generation": Those of us squeezed between caring for kids and our aging parents. But the truth is, it's a three-way game of tug-of-war. ... Read more
