Archive for December, 2010

Alzheimer’s patient’s journey nears its end

Friday, December 31st, 2010

As Charles Music opened his eyes, his wife saw a flicker of recognition through the fog of Alzheimer’s disease. “Jane?” she recalled him saying as he reached for her hand. It was a rare moment of connection for the couple at a Texas nursing home in November before Jane flew ... continue reading

Early Alzheimer’s test creates dilemma for doctors

Thursday, December 30th, 2010

Marjie Popkin thought she had chemo brain, that fuzzy-headed, forgetful state that she figured was a result of her treatment for ovarian cancer. She was not thinking clearly – having trouble with numbers, forgetting…

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We need leaders to stand up in the fight against Alzheimer’s

Wednesday, December 29th, 2010

We need leaders to stand up in the fight against Alzheimer’s

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Alzheimer’s Association to offer new class on warning signs

Wednesday, December 29th, 2010

COLUMBIA — The Mid-Missouri Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association will offer classes on the early warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease starting in January. “Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection Matters” will focus on the difference between age-related memory loss and Alzheimer’s. It will also cover the 10 warning signs of ... continue reading

Health Notes | Alzheimer’s support group meets today in New Albany

Tuesday, December 28th, 2010

The Green Valley Care Center’s Alzheimer Support Group will meet at 6:30 p.m. today (Tuesday, Dec. 28) in the center’s main dining room, 3118 Green Valley Road in New Albany.

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