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Camp Lejeune and Parkinson’s Disease
During the 1950s to 1980s, the drinking water at U.S. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune was contaminated by toxic levels of harmful chemicals. Over a million military service members, civilian workers, and their families were exposed while working or living on the base....
What You Need to Know as a Caregiver for Someone Who Has Parkinson’s Disease
Being a care partner doesn't come with an instruction manual. In this helpful article, experts share ways to support a loved one whose needs will change over time. https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/health/info-2024/parkinsons-caregiver.html NOTE: You will find my...
A Safe, Well-lit Space: Home Repairs and Upgrades for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s
A home should do more than reflect your tastes and personal decor aesthetic. It should also be a fully functional environment that meets the needs of everyone who lives there. That holds true for any family member who’s struggling with Alzheimer’s, a neurodegenerative...
Mastering the Art of Juggling Career, Elderly Care, and Personal Well-Being
Thanks to Phillip Carr of Your Yearly Checkup for this helpful article. His website is: https://youryearlycheckup.com/about-us/ Taking care of aging loved ones is an honorable yet demanding task, often performed alongside a full-time job and a myriad of personal...
Neuroscientists engineer a protein that enhances memory to respond to anti-aging drug
Neuroscientists at the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery of the Catholic University, Rome, and the Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS have genetically modified a molecule, the protein LIMK1, which is normally active in the brain, with a key role...
Study Finds 1 in 5 People on Medicare Travel 50 or More Miles to See a Neurologist
Nearly one in five people on Medicare travel 50 or more miles one way to see a neurologist, a doctor who diagnoses and treats diseases of the brain and nervous system, according to research published in the September 13, 2023, online issue of Neurology®, the medical...
Some US airports strive to make flying more inclusive for those with dementia
For those of us who have travelled with a person with dementia know, it can be perilous. This is a great step forward....
Care access and utilization among medicare beneficiaries living with Parkinson’s disease
A recent report in Nature Partner Journals highlights: An estimated 90% of people living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) in the US are covered by Medicare health insurance. How these beneficiaries use and engage the health care system is important to understand in the...
Understanding Caregiver Burnout
Caregivers face emotional, mental and physical exhaustion. Offering them practical assistance can be of great help. This article provides practical and helpful advice. https://www.nextavenue.org/understanding-caregiver-burnout/ NOTE: You will find my...
The Benefits of Reading and Libraries for Seniors: A Guide
As stated by the National Institute on Aging, engaging in reading is among the various ways to maintain and improve cognitive health. While many seniors are aware of the benefits of light exercise, such as improved balance and coordination, it is equally crucial to...