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10 Activities to Do With a Loved One Who Has Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia are progressive illnesses. It’s understandable then that when a loved one receives an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, many families respond...
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The Three Most Common Types of Dementia
It’s not uncommon to hear the terms “dementia” and “Alzheimer’s disease” used interchangeably, but the two are quite different. Dementia is a general term for a...
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What Is Alzheimer’s? Five Frequently Asked Questions
Alzheimer’s disease affects more than 47 million people worldwide, and that number continues to grow. Experts estimate 76 million people will suffer from the degenerative cognitive disease by...
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Support Alzheimer's Awareness Month
Whether or not you have a loved one living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, chances are you’re aware of the devastating effects of these diseases. Indeed, with more than 47...
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National Safety Month – Tips for Seniors
In-home care offers senior citizens the best of both worlds: independence and customizable, personal attention. It’s no wonder then that it’s become an increasingly popular option. With this in...
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Market Booms for Boomer Knee Replacements
Total knee replacements are really rising , but BrightStar Care Serving Winnetka discovers not all surgeons are as pro-procedure as patients There's a lot of it going around and it's catching on...
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Knee Replacements Booming for Boomers
Total replacements rise sharply, but BrightStar Care North Suburban discovers not all surgeons are as pro as pa Knee replacements are in vogue, especially among the senior set and Boomers where...
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Six Key Ways to Help Seniors with Diabetes in Lincolnwood and Beyond
March is Diabetes month-- time for families and patients in our Lincolnwood area look at how to live better with diabetes-- courtesy of BrightStar North Suburban Let's face some tough facts...
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6 Important Ways to Help Seniors with Diabetes
Here's how families and patients can live better with diabetes-- courtesy of BrightStar North Suburban Let's get the tough stuff out of the way then move on to the positive news....
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In Home Care Can Make Home A Viable Senior Housing Option
About 90% of seniors plan to live in their current homes for the next 5 to 10 years, according to the United States of Aging Survey. BankRate.com recently published an article exploring senior...