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Potential Alzheimer’s Drug from Biogen May Provide Hope for Those With the Disease

Alzheimer’s disease devastates millions of families each year. Alzheimer’s, which is one form of dementia, has no cure and is the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S. There are drugs to help curb symptoms, but nothing to stop the disease. The drugmaker Biogen has been in the news recently regarding its drug aducanumab.…

First Steps to Take After a Loved One Dies Suddenly

When a close loved one such as a spouse or parent, dies suddenly, it can cause a whirlwind of reactions and emotions. It can be heartbreaking, devastating, confusing, and maddening. Then, as you’re dealing with grief and all the emotions that come with it, you still have to take on financial responsibilities that you may…

An estimated 1 million people in the U.S. and 6 million people worldwide have Parkinson’s disease, according to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research. Just what is Parkinson’s disease, exactly? It’s a disorder that affects your nervous system and your movement. The actual cause of Parkinson’s disease isn’t well-known, but researchers believe that…

Happy New Year! It’s only natural that many of us want to get organized when the new year is upon us. Take advantage of 2020 by making sure you get the paperwork in order for the senior in your life. Here’s a checklist of papers that you’ll want to make sure are completed, organized, and…

Better Caregiving for Seniors With Low Vision

Just about all of us lose some of our crisp, clear vision as we age. However, about 2.9 million adults over the age of 40 in the U.S. have vision problems that can’t be further corrected by surgery or glasses. Low vision is the term to describe this problem. Forty-five percent of the people with…

Happy Holidays! It’s that oh-so-wonderful time of the year where we spend more time with those we love, indulge in some yummy food and drinks, and exchange gifts. There are some gifts that are ideal for the seniors in your life, particularly seniors who may be struggling with cognitive or physical issues. Here a few…