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At his blog, Wandering Visitor, the physician author discusses the “War Against Fat” as it applies to Alzheimer’s (his September 2, 2006 post). According to studies he researched, there appears to be increased risk for developing Alzheimer’s and cognitive decline when one consumes a diet high in saturated and trans fats.
For more details about his […]
Pro golfer Juli Inkster and Genworth Financial have teamed up to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Association in honor of women’s golf legend Patty Berg. This renowned golfer recently died, at age 88, due to complications from Alzheimer’s disease.
The Genworth Financial will donate $500 to the Alzheimer’s Association for every round under par that Ms. […]
Patty Berg, golf legend and LPGA founder, died at age 88 of complications from Alzheimer’s. She has been an inspiration to golfers across the decades, and those struggling with Alzheimer’s.
To check out a book about her career, written by James Hahn, click on the link below.
Patty!: The sports career of Patricia Berg (Sports legends)
Also, visit the […]
My mother, in her early stage of Alzheimer’s, when still living in her own home, realized November election time was approaching. She expressed a desire to vote. (Mother and Father, when he was alive, took an interest in politics, participated in local politics, and never missed the opportunity to vote in town, state, and national elections.)
So I […]
Should Alzheimer’s patients vote? Can Alzheimer’s patients vote without undue influence from others? At what point would they be considered unable to make a lucid decision? Are there laws or guidelines for this?
With election time approaching, this is a topic to consider. In Alzheimer’s & Dementia, The Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association, July 2006 issue, […]
After seeing my aunt’s life, but not quality of life, prolonged with the use of a gastrostomy feeding tube inserted into her stomach, I wondered if I’d want that for my mother. However, I didn’t have to make that decision because Mother was able to swallow food and liquids until her death, even though she couldn’t feed […]
Climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro, in an Ascent for Alzheimer’s, will occur on World Alzheimer’s Day, September 21. Ten climbers from around the world plan to call attention to this disease, as well as commemorate the 100th anniversary of the day when Alzheimer’s first was described.
Two Alzheimer’s Association staff members are among the climbers raising funds and supporting those […]
“Grandma doesn’t know who I am,” is a frequent statement when children visit or live with grandparents who have developed Alzheimer’s. Or “Grandpa’s acting funny today. He doesn’t know where he is.”
Some youngsters find this situation very confusing; others accept and love this “new” person in their lives. How can we help your children and […]
Periodically I share notes and recollections from Mother’s Alzheimer’s years.
“The other night the aide asked if I’d like to feed Mother [she could no longer feed herself]. They were amazed she ate so well for me. Whether she was hungry, simply liked the food that night, or really did realize or sense someone familiar there […]
Alzheimer’s Notes was listed on “Top 10 Sources” for Alzheimer’s information, created by Mackenzie Chan under her column “Losing Yourself” at http://www.toptensources.com/topten/alzheimers/
Ms Chan mentions that the resources in her Top 10 list “give a view of what the concerns are for Alzheimer’s patients and their caretakers.”
Tags: Alzheimers, Alzheimers+Disease, Alzheimers+information, Alzheimers+resources, caregivers, Caregiving, Mackenzie+Chan
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