Caring Currents
Archive June 2009
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"Trojan Horse" Chemotherapy the Cancer Treatment of the Future?
July 03, 2009
Cancer treatment breakthrough 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
Low levels of vitamin D are putting older adults' bones at risk of osteoporosis, a new report says.... Read more
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Why Hospitals and Alzheimer's Are a Tough Mix
June 30, 2009
Surprising things for caregivers and families to remember when someone with Alzheimer's disease or another dementia needs to be hospitalized.... Read more
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5 Money Styles and How Differences Cause Family Conflicts
June 29, 2009
Learn how different money styles cause conflict in families.... Read more
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Is There Such a Thing as a "Caregiving Instinct"?
June 25, 2009
How the unique traits of those who are naturals at caregiving can help reduce stress for everyone in an elder care situation.... Read more
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RIP Farrah Fawcett, Who Wanted Us to Take Her -- And Cancer -- Seriously
June 25, 2009
Cancer killed Farrah Fawcett, who used her battle with cancer to educate her fans about cancer and cancer treatment.... Read more
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What Michael Jackson's Early Death Can Teach Us About Heart Health
June 25, 2009
Cardiac arrest kills singer Michael Jackson at 50; 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 treatment for inoperable prostate cancer leaves patients formerly considered terminal cancer-free.... Read more
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When Celebrities Face Alzheimer's: Advice for Caregivers From 6 Who've Been There
June 22, 2009
Alzheimer's has touched Sir Michael Caine, Leeza Gibbons, Maria Shriver, two First Ladies, and a "Lord of the Rings" actor; they talk about what it's like when someone you love has Alzheimer's... Read more
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3 Key Steps to Protect Against Falls -- and Prevent a "Cascade" of Health Problems
June 22, 2009
3 Steps to take to protect against falling, which is a serious danger for older adults because it can set off a "cascade" of health problems.... Read more
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Don't Have Health Insurance? Here's How to Get Health Care Anyway
June 19, 2009
Here's 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 it easier 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
Follow these 7 suggestions for husbands, partners and family members of women with breast cancer and you'll be the best support system you can be.... Read more
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Take the New 5-Minute Alzheimer's "Test" –- And Then Do This
June 16, 2009
A new screening 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
Anger, fear, depression, and discouragement are common among cancer patients and pose a challenge for those of us caring for someone with cancer.... 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; here's how to find out if you can be paid for caregiving.... Read more
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5 Hot-Weather Bummers for Alzheimer's Caregivers
June 09, 2009
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.... Read more
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Push Our Buttons
June 04, 2009
A new feature on Caring lets caregivers communicate faster and better.... Read more
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For Cancer Patients, The Right Clinical Trial Can Be the Secret To Survival
June 03, 2009
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
Sending Father's Day greetings to a dad who has Alzheimer's disease... Read more
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