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SymptomsCausesRisk factorsOutlookInformation and supportFAQSummaryLeukodystrophy refers to a group of rare genetic disorders affecting the central nervous sy...
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Pituitary tumor surgery may affect a person’s emotional and mental well-being, as well as those around them. After surgery, people may experience health fear...
Mobility is the ability to move. A disability is the result of an impairment that affects a person’s ability to carry out tasks. For example, a person may fi...
People with Alzheimer’s disease may not need to move to a nursing home if their condition is manageable in their current home. However, moving may be necessa...
Support for someone with anxiety may include treating them with dignity, offering emotional support, and providing practical help with daily tasks. Before ac...
Assisted living, which provides a moderate amount of help, may be suitable for those with early stage Alzheimer’s disease.A person with Alzheimer’s disease m...
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Medicare Part A and Medicare Advantage may cover respite care as part of hospice care coverage. A person will usually need to pay 5% of the Medicare-approved...
Under Medicare rules, caregivers are qualified healthcare professionals such as nurses or therapists. Medicare does not pay for care from family members, fri...
When to start Disinfecting tipsFlu prevention tipsSummaryTips for disinfecting the house after having flu or other viruses include wearing gloves, opening wi...
End stage hepatitis C occurs when the infection has progressed to such a degree that it has damaged the liver irreversibly. Symptoms at this stage may includ...
ConsiderationsActivitiesCommunicationMedicationsWorking with doctorsSummaryA care plan can help a caregiver more easily manage their caregiving responsibilit...
Caregiving helpSelf-careStressSupportFAQSummaryCaregivers are an important part of the lives of people with Alzheimer’s disease. However, caregivers need sup...
The author (not pictured) and her sisters are navigating how to help their dad through memory loss.Oliver Rossi/Getty ImagesMy dad is 85 and still lives alon...
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For centuries, eggnog has been a part of America’s Christmas festivities. George Washington was rumored to have his own recipe, and the concoction was the ca...
Congress' age debate reignites over member living in retirement home AxiosGOP rep who hasn't voted in months living in retirement facility: source Fox News...
Texas US Rep. Kay Granger in senior living facility: reports NewsNation NowGOP rep who hasn't voted in months living in retirement facility: source Fox New...
Getty Images; Jenny Chang-Rodriguez.BIMore than 3,300 older Americans have shared their financial and other regrets with Business Insider.Some older adults s...
House Member in Assisted Living Draws Fresh Scrutiny to an Aging Congress The New York TimesRetiring Rep. Kay Granger experiencing ‘dementia issues,’ per fa...
