Patients today have more treatment options in the battle against coronavirus disease. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved one drug treatment for COVID-19 and has authorized others for emergency use during this public health emergency. In addition, many more therapies are being tested in clinical trials to evaluate whether they are safe… Continue reading Treatments for COVID-19
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Talking with Kids about Alzheimer’s
When a family member has Alzheimer’s disease, it affects everyone in the family, including children and grandchildren. It’s important to talk to them about what is happening. How much and what kind of information you share depends on the child’s age and relationship to the person with Alzheimer’s. Here are some tips from the National… Continue reading Talking with Kids about Alzheimer’s
Suicide Prevention: How to Help Others in Need
Many Americans have experienced the devastating effects of suicide firsthand. Some have had a family member or friend take their own life. Others may have experienced suicidal thoughts or actions themselves. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), suicide is the second leading cause of death among 18- to 24-year-olds and claims the… Continue reading Suicide Prevention: How to Help Others in Need
How to Love Your New Gym Membership
You made the resolution to get fit in 2018. You invested in a gym membership to get you on track. So why is your gym bag still sitting untouched in the corner of your living room? “It can be very intimidating for someone to join a new club, especially when it’s big and it gets… Continue reading How to Love Your New Gym Membership
Additional Help Now Available for Alzheimer’s Patients and Caregivers
Thanks to expanded hours for The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA)’s national toll-free help line, patients and caregivers will have additional opportunities to talk about their concerns with the organization. The helpline, which was previously open Monday through Saturday, has added Sunday hours. AFA’s helpline, (866-232-8484), staffed entirely by licensed social workers trained in dementia… Continue reading Additional Help Now Available for Alzheimer’s Patients and Caregivers
On-line Alzheimer’s Suggestions Often Problematic
Online “resources” for preventing Alzheimer’s are not only problematic but could be steering people in the wrong direction, according to research from the University of British Columbia. In a survey of online articles about preventing Alzheimer’s disease, UBC researchers found many websites offered poor advice and one in five promoted products for sale—a clear conflict… Continue reading On-line Alzheimer’s Suggestions Often Problematic
Fear of A Lonely Death
By Nancy Wurtzel Last year, in the middle of summer, George Bell, a 73-year-old man died alone in his Queens, New York apartment. His body wasn’t discovered for almost a week, and he may well have remained there longer if a neighbor, smelling a putrid odor, had not alerted police. George Bell’s death and its… Continue reading Fear of A Lonely Death
Long-Distance Caregiving: What You Need to Know
Anyone, anywhere, can be a long-distance caregiver, no matter your gender, income, age, social status, or employment. If you are living an hour or more away from a person who needs your help, you’re probably a long-distance caregiver. Long-distance caregivers take on different roles. You may: Help with finances, money management, or bill paying Arrange… Continue reading Long-Distance Caregiving: What You Need to Know