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The Advocate - Health

Health screenings, vaccines and more: Capital Area Human Services will host wellness fair

6 days ago

Cinnamon has multiple health benefits, but more research needed as it relates to Alzheimer's

6 days ago

Alzheimer's: Keep decorations non-scary, gatherings small for your loved ones this Halloween

20 days ago

Alzheimer's: Sorting out the terminology associated with the three types of care

27 days ago

Alzheimer's: Reducing caregiver stress starts with self-care. Here are other ways to cope.

1 month ago

Alzheimer's patients and cataracts: Removal sooner than later could be beneficial

1 month ago

Alzheimer's: Be gentle and patient when telling friends and family about your diagnosis

1 month ago

Alzheimer's: 'Dementia stare' has several causes. Here's how to redirect the loved one.

2 months ago

Alzheimer's: All about transference and ways for caregivers and patients to deal with it

2 months ago

Reassurance, redirection can reduce separation anxiety in Alzheimer's and dementia patients

2 months ago

Alzheimer's: Don't wait for doctor to bring up cognitive assessment; initiate it yourself

2 months ago

It's a good idea to include Alzheimer's patient in long-term care decisions:to lessen stress

3 months ago

Alzheimer's: Newly funded program will centralize path for those seeking long-term help

3 months ago

For those with advanced Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia, consider a conservator

3 months ago

Cognitive impairment can be connected to conditions other than Alzheimer's and dementia

3 months ago

2019 study: Mental and physical activity can reduce chances of specific types of dementia

4 months ago

Alzheimer's: How caregivers can navigate apathy in patients with frontotemporal dementia

4 months ago

Alzheimer's: How to protect and monitor loved ones during hot and humid summer

4 months ago

Alzheimer's: In caring for loved one, don't forget the feet and confer with doctor if needed

4 months ago

$2 million Baton Rouge program aims to train 100 medical assistants: 'A foot in the door'

4 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 spirituality

6 months ago

Research shows integrative therapies can aid Parkinson's patients. Here are some methods to try

6 months ago

Alzheimer's State Advocacy Day is Tuesday at the Capitol. Here are the details.

6 months ago