The Advocate - Health
For those with advanced Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia, consider a conservator
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Cognitive impairment can be connected to conditions other than Alzheimer's and dementia9 days ago
2019 study: Mental and physical activity can reduce chances of specific types of dementia16 days ago
Alzheimer's: How caregivers can navigate apathy in patients with frontotemporal dementia23 days ago
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Alzheimer's: In caring for loved one, don't forget the feet and confer with doctor if needed1 month ago
$2 million Baton Rouge program aims to train 100 medical assistants: 'A foot in the door'1 month ago
Alzheimer's: The 20 answers you'll need from your doctor after diagnosis1 month ago
Alzheimer's: Here are ways to adjust for loved ones's cognitive decline, improve quality of life1 month ago
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Alzheimer's: How to deal with difficult behaviors as brain changes during disease progression2 months ago
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Research shows integrative therapies can aid Parkinson's patients. Here are some methods to try2 months ago
Alzheimer's State Advocacy Day is Tuesday at the Capitol. Here are the details.2 months ago
Alzheimer's: Past abuse adds another layer of complicated decisions for caregiver's children3 months ago
Diagnosing pseudodementia can be tricky, involves much testing and evaluation3 months ago
Here are 20 activities to keep the visual impaired and those with dementia feel connected3 months ago
Black box warnings outline drugs' most serious risks; non-drug approaches could be an option3 months ago
Explaining Alzheimer's to a child could be ongoing process. Allow open talks about disease4 months ago
Get screened early for Parkinson's disease at free event on Saturday at ExxonMobil YMCA4 months ago
Alzheimer's and macular degeneration share common risk factors, including age4 months ago
Cognitive issues could point to hypothyroidism, not Alzheimer's disease4 months ago
Alzheimer's: Yes. an anti-inflammatory diet can lower risk of the disease4 months ago
Device helps Alzheimer's patients release negative energy without disturbing others5 months ago
Alzheimer's: Ease into shaving ritual with pleasing environment, meaningful conversation5 months ago
Turn to '5 Love Languages' to show Alzheimer's:patient love and affection as need doesm't go away5 months ago
Advice for Alzheimer's caregivers: 'Surround yourself with people who will support you.'5 months ago