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Alzheimer’s Disease – Principles For a Dignified Diagnosis

Tomorrow evening, I will be attending my first meeting of a group that works to increase awareness of dementia diseases and the inequalities that go along with these diseases; therefore I have been doing some research and came across some interesting information. I am...

Blood Thinners: Information and Precautions for Elderly Patients

Blood thinners are used to prevent or slow down the formation of blood clots.  They are prescribed to reduce the risk of deep vein thrombosis, heart attack or stroke in patients at risk for these problems.  In addition, people with atrial fibrillation are often...

The Emotional and Physical Challenges of Incontinence

Yesterday’s newletter featured an article titled “A Wee Bit About Incontinence”. When I mentioned that on Twitter, I received an e-mail regarding a press-release about a study that was done among caregivers on the problem of incontinence.  The...

Alzheimer’s Awareness: Why Bother ?

Today, I’m delited to present as a guest blogger, Dennis Fortier, editor of the Brain Today Blog and President of Medical Care Corporation. “As we enter into National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, you may wonder whywe should bother promoting awareness. ...

Contest -WHY are you a caregiver?

In honor of National Caregiver’s Month, I too, wanted to sponsor a contest. There will be 3 chances to win.  The Grand Prize will be this lovely gift basket courtesy of Lambs and Ivy Gift Baskets containing  pampering items for the care giver, such as Karen...

What is a Death Doula ?

Having worked as a registered nurse in the nursery/NICU (neonatal ICU)  for many years, I have become familiar with birthing doulas who are non-medical personnel that undergo special training to help Moms through the labour process.  Generally, they are not employed...