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What you need to know about hospital-acquired infections

My message is this: stay away from hospitals unless absolutely necessary—especially if you’re an older adult.

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Experience 12 Minutes In Alzheimer’s Dementia

Take a look at this video, do you think it represents Dementia correctly?

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End of Life Decisions: What Do Lawyers Owe Their Clients?

In an era of near daily stunning advances in medicine, what constitutes the “heroic measures” so many people say they do not want?

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Altherizers poem

An Alzheimer’s Request

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Undernourishment a risk for 1 in 3 older Canadians

Depression, loneliness can be factors, especially for women 75 and older

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The squeaky wheel: Why and when do you need an advocate?

Asking relevant questions and reviewing information to make sure your voice and the opinion of your loved one are heard can be more difficult than you think.

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Late-stage dementia: A long journey of care

For patients living with dementia and families coping with the challenges facing their loved one, many questions have to be addressed by knowledgeable and compassionate healthcare providers.

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Who’s who in the hospital?

Having a loved one in hospital is one of the most stressful experiences a caregiver can have. It’s often fraught with fear, confusion, frustration and disappointment—but it can also be a productive learning experience that enhances a senior’s life. What makes the difference?

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When worry becomes a concern: Tips for helping seniors cope with anxiety

Many older adults experience sudden and serious life changes, which are often a source of anxiety.

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Common conditions of the elderly

The health of our elders is often the effect of multiple, conflicting diagnoses and may be hard to confirm. For instance, the complications of Alzheimer’s disease, such as eating disorders, constipation and malnutrition, are frequent.

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