The Advocate - Health
Alzheimer's: Keep decorations non-scary, gatherings small for your loved ones this Halloween
1 day ago
Alzheimer's: Sorting out the terminology associated with the three types of care8 days ago
Alzheimer's: Reducing caregiver stress starts with self-care. Here are other ways to cope.15 days ago
Alzheimer's patients and cataracts: Removal sooner than later could be beneficial22 days ago
Alzheimer's: Be gentle and patient when telling friends and family about your diagnosis1 month ago
Alzheimer's: 'Dementia stare' has several causes. Here's how to redirect the loved one.1 month ago
Alzheimer's: All about transference and ways for caregivers and patients to deal with it1 month ago
Reassurance, redirection can reduce separation anxiety in Alzheimer's and dementia patients2 months ago
Alzheimer's: Don't wait for doctor to bring up cognitive assessment; initiate it yourself2 months ago
It's a good idea to include Alzheimer's patient in long-term care decisions:to lessen stress2 months ago
Alzheimer's: Newly funded program will centralize path for those seeking long-term help2 months ago
For those with advanced Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia, consider a conservator3 months ago
Cognitive impairment can be connected to conditions other than Alzheimer's and dementia3 months ago
2019 study: Mental and physical activity can reduce chances of specific types of dementia3 months ago
Alzheimer's: How caregivers can navigate apathy in patients with frontotemporal dementia3 months ago
Alzheimer's: How to protect and monitor loved ones during hot and humid summer4 months ago
Alzheimer's: In caring for loved one, don't forget the feet and confer with doctor if needed4 months ago
$2 million Baton Rouge program aims to train 100 medical assistants: 'A foot in the door'4 months ago
Alzheimer's: The 20 answers you'll need from your doctor after diagnosis4 months ago
Alzheimer's: Here are ways to adjust for loved ones's cognitive decline, improve quality of life4 months ago
Alzheimer's: Here's some encouraging initial data from first human stem cell therapy trial4 months ago
Alzheimer's: How to deal with difficult behaviors as brain changes during disease progression5 months ago
Alzheimers: It's never too late to increase your cognitive reserve. Here are ways to do that.5 months ago
'Inhale deeply. Exhale fully': YogaMass in Baton Rouge creates space to embody spirituality5 months ago
Research shows integrative therapies can aid Parkinson's patients. Here are some methods to try5 months ago
Alzheimer's State Advocacy Day is Tuesday at the Capitol. Here are the details.5 months ago
Alzheimer's: Past abuse adds another layer of complicated decisions for caregiver's children6 months ago
Diagnosing pseudodementia can be tricky, involves much testing and evaluation6 months ago
