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Alzheimer’s Treatment and Prevention: How to Prevent or Slow Alzheimer’s Disease, from Helpguide.org. “Although there are no magic solutions, tantalizing new evidence suggests it may be possible to prevent or delay the onset of Alzheimer’s disease through a combination . . . → Read More: Alzheimer’s Treatment and Prevention: How to Prevent or Slow Alzheimer’s Disease  Fitness protects brain in Alzheimer’s patients, Reuters, UK. A study cited at the International Conference on Alzheimer’s in Chicago, found that early Alzheimer’s patients who exercised regularly experienced less mental decline in the parts of the brain that control . . . → Read More: Fitness protects brain in Alzheimer’s patients Introduction to the 4 Pillars of Prevention, by the Alzheimer’s Research and Prevention Foundation. Discussion of the four pillars of prevention of Alzheimer’s, which include diet and vitamins, stress management, exercise, and pharmaceuticals. Dementia – Causes & Risk Factors, by Healthwise (Published on Yahoo Health). 128 Ways to Prevent Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias . . . Safely, Naturally, Inexpensively! A discussion of natural, non-pharmaceutical steps to take toward preventing Alzheimer’s. Why Ballroom Dancing is Good for You: Mentally and Physically, by Tai-Hyung Kwon, Ph.D., Amateur Dancer Magazine. Cites a scientific study finding that of all exercises, only ballroom dancing significantly decreased the chances of getting . . . → Read More: Why Ballroom Dancing is Good for You: Mentally and Physically This article by AARP discusses the benefits of dancing for health in general, and cites research from the New England Journal of Medicine finding that ballroom dancing at least twice per week made people less likely to develop . . . → Read More: Let’s Dance to Health, by AARP By the Mayo Clinic. Good introductory discussion of how Alzheimer’s is treated, once diagnosed. By the Cleveland Clinic: Exercise and Alzheimer’s Disease: Read more… Alzheimer’s Disease Treatments – by Cleveland Clinic. A discussion of the medicines typically used to treat the symptoms of Alzheimer’s and to attempt to slow the progression of the disease. Alzheimer’s Treatment: Medications and Approaches Used in the Treatment of Alzheimer’s Disease, By Carrie Hill, PhD, found on About.com. Treatment options for Alzheimer’s, found on About.com. Treatment options for Alzheimer’s disease, including drugs, daycare, hormones, surgery and support, Treatments, by the Alzheimer’s Association. Currently there is no cure for Alzheimer’s Disease, but drug and non-drug treatments may help with cognitive and behavioral symptoms. Alternative Treatments, by The Alzheimer’s Association. Includes discussions of concerns with alternative remedies, Coenzyme Q10, Coral calcium, Ginkgo biloba, Huperzine A, Omega-3 fatty acids, Phosphatidylserine, and more. Advances in the Treatment of Alzheimer’s Disease, by Philip D. Sloane, M.D., M.P.H., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine Chapel Hill, North Carolina, American Family Physician, published by the American Academy of Family Physicians. Includes . . . → Read More: Advances in the Treatment of Alzheimer’s Disease Treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease, Website of the Tennessee Commission on Aging & Disability. Contains good links to National Institutes of Health – Clinical Trials, Northwestern University website on treatments, Intellihealth website on treatments, Alzheimer’s Organization on clinical trials, and . . . → Read More: Treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease Caregiver Guide, Alzheimer’s Disease Education and Referral Center, by the National Institute on Aging, U.S. National Institutes of Health. Very good comprehensive links to additional information and resources for Alzheimer’s caregivers. Dementia and Alzheimer’s Care: Tips, Activities, and Long-Term Care Options. Helpful information for Alzheimer’s caregivers from HelpGuide.org, a nonprofit organization. View Info: Learn More about How to Deal with Challenging Alzheimer’s/ Dementia Behaviors in our Section on How to Deal with Difficult Elderly Behavior. By the Alzheimer’s Association. Read a Checklist of the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s, prepared by the Alzheimer’s Association. Along with the advice of a doctor, these signs are critical to detecting Alzheimer’s. If you have more questions about . . . → Read More: Know the 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Alzheimer’s care: Simple tips for daily tasks, by the Mayo Clinic Staff. Tips for Alzheimer’s caregivers by the Mayo Clinic. Alzheimer’s caregiving takes patience and flexibility. To reduce frustration, consider these tips for daily tasks — from limiting choices . . . → Read More: Alzheimer’s care: Simple tips for daily tasks Alzheimer’s Caregivers, NIH Senior Health website, National Institute on Aging, U.S. National Library of Health, National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. Good links to information and resources for Alzheimer’s caregivers. Alzheimer’s Disease: Questions and Answers for Caregivers – Cleveland Clinic. Alzheimer’s Family Caregiver Support– Perfectionism Can Be Bad for You, by Mark Matloff Read the article: Alzheimer’s Family Caregiver Support – Perfectionism Can Be Bad for You How to cope as an Alzheimer’s caregiver: in ‘Measure of the Heart’ Mary Ellen Geist shares tips from her experiences. Read more…. Discover How to Become a Successful Alzheimer’s Disease Caregiver »View Info (pdf): Discover How to Become a Successful Alzheimer’s Disease Caregiver Ways To Show Your Support of the Alzheimer’s Patient and Caregiver. »Read more: Ways To Show Your Support of the Alzheimer’s Patient and Caregiver A new study has found that the Affordable Care Act saves seniors, on average $3,500 per person under Medicare. Highlights of the findings include: Lower prescription drug costs, reduced waste, fraud, and abuse, and improvements to care quality and . . . → Read More: Affordable Care Act Saves Seniors $3,500 on Average, under Medicare |
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