On a Personal Note… (Luz Gonzalez)
“My father died of complications from diabetes at the tender age of 59 and I thought I had experienced one of the worst diseases known to mankind. Diabetes slowly robbed him of a normal...
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by Alzheimer's Association · Published November 2, 2011 · Last modified October 7, 2014
“My father died of complications from diabetes at the tender age of 59 and I thought I had experienced one of the worst diseases known to mankind. Diabetes slowly robbed him of a normal...
Alzheimer's and dementia caregiver tips / News and notes / Newsletter
by Alzheimer's Association · Published November 2, 2011 · Last modified April 3, 2014
A caregiver for a person with Alzheimer’s disease wants to be prepared, have knowledge and feel confident in the care they are providing. There are 5.4 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s and 14.9 million...
Early stage Alzheimer's voices / News and notes / Profiles
by Alzheimer's Association · Published October 10, 2011 · Last modified April 3, 2014
In January of 2009, Greenbrae, Calif., resident Kathleen Zalecki was approached by her daughters who expressed concerns about her memory. As an active almost-65-year-old who cycled regularly and was living a full and busy...
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by Alzheimer's Association · Published September 29, 2011 · Last modified April 13, 2014
The Dementia and Driving Resource Center is a new section on alz.org designed to provide information and support to persons with Alzheimer’s and their families about the issue of driving. This site was created...
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by Alzheimer's Association · Published September 29, 2011 · Last modified April 3, 2014
“Hello, I am Bobbie Johnson. My husband Coleman and I lived and raised our three children in Livermore. I had a wonderful career as a Registered Nurse. As part of that career, I served...
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by Alzheimer's Association · Published September 27, 2011 · Last modified April 3, 2014
Thanks to all of those who came out this Saturday at the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s in San Francisco. We asked the question “Why do you Walk?” and you answered it in...
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by Alzheimer's Association · Published September 22, 2011 · Last modified April 3, 2014
Leave a comment below to let us know about the everyday heroes in your life! In honor of Alzheimer’s Action Day on September 21, we are highlighting 21 Everyday Heroes. Today, meet our 14th hero...
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by Alzheimer's Association · Published September 8, 2011 · Last modified April 3, 2014
In July, more than 5,000 scientists from around the world gathered in Paris to report the latest advances in Alzheimer’s research at the Alzheimer’s Association® International Conference 2011 (AAIC 2011). Scientists presented and discussed...