The Latest On Alzheimer's in Four Brief Points
The Latest On Alzheimer's in Four Brief Points
Joe Freudenthal
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Wed Oct 14, 2009 @ 09:20AM
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1. The number of Alzheimer's patients is expected to increase dramatically in coming years, straining the health care system.
2. Scientists have not discovered the cause nor devised effective treatments. Even diagnosis is difficult.
3. In the absence of therapies, attention has turned to teaching the skills necessary to cope with demented patients.
4. Increasingly caregivers are encouraged to validate the feelings and perceptions of the person with Alzheimer's.
If you are a caregiver for someone with Alzheimer's, we can help. Call us anytime at 279-3330.
Warmest regards,
Joe Freudenthal
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