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Dementia, Alzheimer’s and Sundowner’s SyndromeBlog
Dementia, Alzheimer’s and Sundowner’s Syndrome
What is dementia? Dementia is a general term for cognitive decline that can be caused by several different neurodegenerative disorders affecting the brain and causing damage to brain...
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The Benefits of 24-Hour Home Care
When Does 24-Hour Care Become Necessary? 24-hour care has become a very important topic of discussion as the healthcare needs of individuals and families across the country continue to...
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What is Respite Care
While they care for their loved ones with the best of intentions, it is not surprising that caregiver burnout is common. Between 40 and 70 percent of caregivers report clinical symptoms of...
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What You Need to Know About Pneumonia in Seniors
What is Pneumonia? An infection of the lungs, pneumonia can be viral, bacterial or fungal. Pneumonia happens when your lung tissue becomes inflamed and the air sacs fill with fluid or pus. When...
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5 Ways Brain and Memory Games Benefit Seniors
Some parts of the brain, including those used in learning and other complicated mental activities, begin to shrink. Blood flow in the brain may decrease, and communication between neurons may...
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Serving Those Who Served: BrightStar Care® for Veterans
“I enjoy working with veterans because they have a wonderful view of the world and of life itself,” says caregiver Montana F. “You get to meet amazing people and enjoy each...
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First Drug to Slow Alzheimer's Gets Fully Funded by FDA
The Significance of FDA Approval The reason it’s a big deal that this medication has been approved by the FDA is that it makes it more affordable and available to people who need...
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Tips to Prevent Breast Cancer According to BreastCancer.org, breast cancer is one of the leading causes of death among women in the United States. And yet, so many people...
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Guide to Fall Causes and Prevention
Download Fall Prevention Checklist: Fall Prevention Tips Fall causes and prevention tipsMedication-relatedSide effects, interaction of different medications and incorrect use of medications...
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September is Healthy Aging Month
According to Carolyn Worthington, editor-in-chief of Healthy Aging® Magazine and creator of September is Healthy Aging Month, it’s never too late to find a new career, a new...