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Stress may increase risk of dementia for caregivers
A Johns Hopkins University, Utah State University and Duke University study found that people...
Six states allow assisted suicide, death with dignity
We all have different views about what death with dignity means. For some of us, it means choosing...
Six tips for choosing a funeral home and funeral services
It’s difficult enough to plan a funeral when someone you love dies. Selecting and paying for...
Cranberry juice won’t treat urinary tract infections
Did your mother ever advise you drink cranberry juice to treat a urinary tract infection(UTI)? It...
Weight management tips for older adults
Obesity is a high-risk health issue in the United States and is associated with intensifying the...
The Obesity Paradox: What does it mean for you?
Obesity has long been a high-risk health threat in the United States; more than one in three adults...
How to prepare for a visit to the audiologist
You’d think with all the advances in modern medicine and technology these past 50 years, you’d...
Coping strategies for people with dementia
In the final part of a four-part series on caregiving and dementia, Julie Potyraj...
Helping people with dementia stay independent
In part three of a four-part series on caregiving and dementia, Julie Potyraj, community manager...