MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'Life Without Memories' source. Mon, 17 Nov 2008 22:49:34 +0100 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2008/09/09/are-you-an-american-express-cardmember/ If you have an American Express card, please vote for the Alzheimer Association project, which is looking for funding for early diagnosis. It is really exciting to see that the Alzheimer’s project made it into the top 25, but now we need to win the funding! If you don’t have a card and you know [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1933384 Wed, 05 Nov 2008 10:50:00 +0100 1933384 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2008/09/15/scrapbook-to-raise-money-for-alzheimers-research/ Creative Croppers is holding an all day scrapbooking crop on September 27th from 10 am to 10 pm at Good Shepherd School in Perryville. I’ve been to these crops before and they are really nice. The $40 crop fee includes snacks, lunch and dinner. The last time I went, the goodie bag more than paid [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1933383 Wed, 05 Nov 2008 10:50:00 +0100 1933383 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2008/10/02/christmas-gifts-for-alzheimers-patients-2/ It can be tough to choose the right gifts for anyone. However, finding Christmas presents for people with Alzheimer’s is really a challenge. When you are searching for gifts for your loved one, keep a few things in mind: Simple is best. Don’t look for new high tech gadgets that they won’t be able to use. [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1933382 Wed, 05 Nov 2008 10:50:00 +0100 1933382 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2008/10/27/is-there-a-link-between-lyme-and-alzheimers/ I’ve had a really bad run in with Lyme Disease and am still having some issues that are probably a result of some sort of Post Lyme Syndrome. (Vitamin D level of 13 despite taking multivitamins and gardening=major pain.) Anyway, because of the Lyme, I decided to watch Under Our Skin, a film by Andy [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1933381 Wed, 05 Nov 2008 10:50:00 +0100 1933381 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2008/08/23/the-hidden-cost-of-alzheimers-relationships/ I had a request to talk about another hidden cost of Alzheimer’s - relationships. If you have opted to take on the care for a relative with Alzheimer’s at home, you probably hear a lot of positive comments. “Good for you.” “I’m so glad to hear that people still care about their parents.” “I wish more people would [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1729547 Sun, 24 Aug 2008 11:03:09 +0100 1729547 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2008/08/23/help-the-alzheimers-association-win-funding-from-american-express/ You don’t need an American Express account to do this. Just sign up as a guest: Nominate the ‘Alzheimer’s Disease: Early Detection Matters‘ project to receive $1.5 million in funding from American Express. The project’s goal is to spread awareness so those living with Alzheimer’s disease and their loved ones can connect with a support network [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1729546 Sun, 24 Aug 2008 11:03:09 +0100 1729546 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2008/06/16/the-hidden-cost-of-alzheimers-disease/ You are on your way out the door for an important business meeting when you get the dreaded call - your dad somehow got past the vigilant staff at the nursing home and fell down several steps. How could a man who can barely shuffle to the bathroom and who forgets how to button his [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1522319 Tue, 17 Jun 2008 01:36:14 +0100 1522319 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2008/05/20/a-letter-from-the-alzheimers-association/ I received this letter from the Alzheimer’s Association. They encouraged me to send it on to my friends and family and I thought posting it on the blog would reach more people: Dear Friend, According to our recently released 2008 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures report, 10 million baby boomers will develop Alzheimer’s disease in their lifetime. Kindred [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1454569 Tue, 20 May 2008 18:02:31 +0100 1454569 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2008/05/13/free-giving-caretaking-care-workshop-in-delaware/ If you are in the Delaware area, this sounds like a really nice program. On Wednesday, May 14th, there is a free Giving Care/Taking Care Caregiver Skills Program on how to care for older adults at home. It is from 10am to 3pm at the Christiana Presbyterian Church, which is located at 1100 Church Road, [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1439738 Wed, 14 May 2008 00:38:02 +0100 1439738 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2008/04/26/a-portrait-of-alzheimers-zine-call-for-artists/ I had a lot of fun with last year’s fat book and charm bracelet swaps, even though they didn’t raise as much as I hoped they would for Alzheimer’s research. So, this year, I was thinking to do something a bit different. I want to create a zine (a type of magazine) called “A Portrait [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1401401 Sat, 26 Apr 2008 20:31:04 +0100 1401401 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2008/03/24/are-you-still-using-your-electric-scooter-or-wheelchair/ Electric scooters and wheelchairs are a wonderful help for Alzheimer’s patients in the middle stages of the disease. However, there comes a time when they can no longer sit up and the scooter stops being used. William’s scooter has been tucked away in a corner for 8 months as we debated what to do with [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1325194 Tue, 25 Mar 2008 18:57:58 +0100 1325194 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2008/03/07/get-money-back-with-caregivers-marketplace/ I just found out about the Caregivers Marketplace. Sign up is free and then they give you money back for some of the things you buy to care for Alzheimer’s patients, diabetes patients, etc. The only catch is that they need your original receipt, so you can’t do a Walgreens rebate and get the rebate [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1286315 Fri, 07 Mar 2008 21:22:47 +0100 1286315 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2008/01/27/caregiver-stress/ I was talking to someone who is caring for his wife, who has Alzheimer’s, with very little support the other day. He said, “It’s like being in prison.” He was out for a few short moments because he found a family member willing to watch her while he ran up the street to do errands. [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1180132 Sun, 27 Jan 2008 20:50:21 +0100 1180132 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2008/01/09/update-on-cherished-memories-fat-book-fundraiser/ Well, the fat book has been auctioned off and it didn’t raise much money, but it was still a success. First, I added a bit of my own money to the donation to make it more substantial. Then, a few other people heard about the fundraiser and it encouraged them to make donations. Finally, the [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1139917 Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:50:12 +0100 1139917 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2007/12/10/soda-could-increase-the-risk-of-alzheimers/ My doctor told me when I was a child that drinking soda would make me grow up to be a shaky old lady, so I cut back to one can a week. Now, I’m glad I did. A new study by the University of Alabama at Birmingham shows a link between drinking sugary things and [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1084293 Tue, 11 Dec 2007 01:52:31 +0100 1084293 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2007/12/01/cherished-memories-fat-book-alzheimers-charity-auction/ If you enjoy mixed media art and would like to support Alzheimer’s research, please bid on the lovely Cherished Memories Fat Book created by artists who were touched in some way by Alzheimer’s disease. It is up on eBay right now. 100% of the proceeds go directly to Alzheimer’s research. (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1064269 Sun, 02 Dec 2007 01:52:11 +0100 1064269 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2007/11/30/catch-pictures-of-hollis-woods-on-sunday/ The Alzheimer’s Association sent me a notice about a new Hallmark movie that will be airing Sunday. Sounds like something anyone who deals with Alzheimer’s would like to watch: On Sunday, Dec. 2, Hallmark Hall of Fame’s “Pictures of Hollis Woods,” featuring an Alzheimer storyline and starring Academy Award winner Sissy Spacek, airs on CBS. The [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1062922 Sat, 01 Dec 2007 01:45:14 +0100 1062922 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2007/11/15/omega-3-the-oily-truth-about-alzheimers-prevention/ The Guardian talks about a study that shows that eating omega-3 oils can reduce the chance of getting Alzheimer’s by 60%. I do believe I’m going to run out and plant a walnut tree! (We had one for 15 years at the house I grew up in and those black walnuts are tough to crack [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1030189 Fri, 16 Nov 2007 01:58:54 +0100 1030189 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2007/11/14/alzheimers-vaccine-in-our-future/ Fox reported that a vaccine has been developed that can slow or prevent Alzheimer’s disease. This is exciting news, especially since human testing of the vaccine may start in just a few years: Scientists at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation in Oklahoma City have developed a vaccine they hope can slow down or even prevent Alzheimer’s [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1027184 Thu, 15 Nov 2007 01:58:03 +0100 1027184 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2007/11/04/christmas-gifts-for-alzheimers-patients/ The Alzheimer’s Association has created a list of useful, safe gifts for people with advanced Alzheimer’s. identification bracelet, such as the one offered through MedicAlert® + Alzheimer’s Association Safe Return®. comfortable, easy-to-remove clothing audiotapes of favorite music or books videos of favorite movies, animals, sports team or travel destination subscriptions to magazines that reflect hobbies, such as a gardening [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1002836 Mon, 05 Nov 2007 01:49:32 +0100 1002836 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2007/11/02/tips-for-the-holidays-from-the-alzheimers-association/ The Alzheimer’s Association has put together a wonderful set of tips for making the holidays easier for the caregiver, visiting family members and the Alzheimer’s patient. One thing I really liked was their suggestion to have the Alzheimer’s patient help prepare food. I can’t remember where I read that someone noticed her family member with [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1001063 Sat, 03 Nov 2007 00:48:50 +0100 1001063 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2007/10/21/forgetfulness-doesnt-have-to-mean-alzheimers/ I wrote an article on reasons for forgetfulness today for Suite 101. Did you know that Lyme Disease, thyroid problems and a host of other things could cause forgetfulness? I talk to people all the time who fear that they have early onset Alzheimer’s, only to find that their forgetfulness was caused by something else. [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=966964 Mon, 22 Oct 2007 00:48:08 +0100 966964 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2007/08/07/glaucoma-linked-to-alzheimers-disease/ Science Daily has published an article linking glaucoma and Alzheimer’s: UK scientists have shown for the first time that key proteins involved in Alzheimer’s disease are also implicated in glaucoma, the major cause of irreversible blindness worldwide. One good thing about this? Drugs that have been developed to treat Alzheimer’s are also proving to work on glaucoma. (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=957340 Wed, 17 Oct 2007 14:57:26 +0100 957340 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2007/08/14/moving-with-alzheimers-patients/ You’ve tried to avoid it, but finally the inevitable has happened. You’ve married, changed jobs, or found a house with a one floor layout. Now, you have to move the person with Alzheimer’s that you are caring for to a new home. How do you move with an Alzheimer’s patient? Well, as you know, the [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=957339 Wed, 17 Oct 2007 14:57:26 +0100 957339 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2007/09/04/changes-needed-in-how-we-diagnose-alzheimers/ This article by the University of Utah talks about a badly needed change in the way Alzheimer’s is diagnosed. The author points out that current guidelines are quite out of date: In a commentary on proposed new diagnostic criteria published in the same issue, Foster writes that advances in imaging technology and genetics, combined with [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=957338 Wed, 17 Oct 2007 14:57:26 +0100 957338 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2007/09/04/agree-or-disagree-microchipping-is-here-to-stay/ You may remember me talking about microchipping for Alzheimer’s patients. Well, ABC News says: For families of the nearly 5 million Americans currently living with Alzheimer’s disease, keeping their loved ones safe is a major concern. In response to such concerns, a Florida-based company has developed an FDA-approved microchip that can be implanted in an Alzheimer’s patient’s [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=957337 Wed, 17 Oct 2007 14:57:26 +0100 957337 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2007/09/12/widow-words-book-review/ I recently received a copy of Widow Words: 100 Simple Pieces of Advice from Another Widow by Marcia Curran and thought I’d share my thoughts about the book with you. This little book was written by a widow who wanted to share advice with newly widowed women. These one hundred pieces of advice are deceptively [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=957336 Wed, 17 Oct 2007 14:57:26 +0100 957336 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2007/09/29/alzheimers-research-fundraisers/ Confessions of a Jersey Girl has a post about an interesting Alzheimer’s research fundraiser. You register with the Alzheimer’s Association to throw a dinner party where the attendees donate at least $150 for research. Sounds like a great way to have an evening out, learn more about Alzheimer’s and help a worthy cause. I just [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=957335 Wed, 17 Oct 2007 14:57:26 +0100 957335 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2007/10/05/watch-your-cholesterol-and-you-may-keep-alzheimers-at-bay/ According to ScienceDaily: In a study published in the journal Neuron, the scientists report that when A-beta is made, a small bit of protein is also released that can regulate cholesterol levels in the brain. The discovery adds weight to the less prominent theory that abnormal brain cholesterol metabolism plays a role in the mental decline [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=957334 Wed, 17 Oct 2007 14:57:26 +0100 957334 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2007/10/09/91/ A promising scientific breakthrough for Alzheimer’s researchers - according to Science Daily: A special protein can be injected into the body to reverse learning problems in mice that have an animal version of Alzheimer’s disease, Saint Louis University researchers have found. This is really an important step, since it could actually help people who already have [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=957333 Wed, 17 Oct 2007 14:57:26 +0100 957333 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2007/10/09/moving-with-alzheimers-patients-doctor-doctor/ You’ve packed up the house and moved with as little disturbance to your loved one with Alzheimer’s as possible. You’re settling into your new home and all is well. Then, you realize that you will need a new doctor for the Alzheimer’s patient. Now what? Ideally, you should prepare for the first visit to the new [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=957332 Wed, 17 Oct 2007 14:57:26 +0100 957332 http://alzheimersadvocacy.com/2007/10/16/simple-blood-test-may-identify-alzheimers-disease/ According to an article in the San Francisco Chronicle: Researchers at Stanford University have developed a potentially pathbreaking blood test that, according to preliminary studies, is able to identify patients with Alzheimer’s disease… It would be great to have some way to diagnose Alzheimer’s quickly and accurately. This would avoid having people with deficiencies mistakenly diagnosed as [...] (Source: Life Without Memories) Life Without Memories blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=957331 Wed, 17 Oct 2007 14:57:26 +0100 957331