Mike Good

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When you ask people what living well means to them, you will get an array of answers. For some, it’s about being happy, for others it’s about their health. But for the family faced with ...

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When you ask people what living well means to them, you will get an array of answers. For some, it’s about being happy, for others it’s about their health. But for the family faced with ...

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When you ask people what living well means to them, you will get an array of answers. For some, it’s about being happy, for others it’s about their health. But for the family faced with ...

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When you ask people what living well means to them, you will get an array of answers. For some, it’s about being happy, for others it’s about their health. But for the family faced with ...

My brother said my mom did not have alzheimer's because she is too old (92). He said it starts in the 60's.

via Prayitno/Flickr.com[View the story ""Still Alice" Puts Alzheimer’s in the Spotlight" on Storify]"Still Alice" Puts Alzheimer’s in the SpotlightStorified by #HERchat· Mon, Feb ...

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via Unsplash.comEveryday something new comes along that “may” prevent or “may” slow the effects of Alzheimer’s disease. Everybody wants their vitamin, supplement, or intervention to be the ...

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive condition that damages the brain’s ability to function. Common symptoms of AD include forgetfulness, problems remembering things, confusion about time, and ...

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Which is better, an electric or manual toothbrush? People frequently debate this question. Electric toothbrushes are commonly thought to be more effective but there are times when manual ...

In the weight loss discussion there is much talk about whether you should cut carbs to lose weight. My answer to that question is: yes and no. I answer no, because there are some carbs that ...

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For many parents, organized sports have a bad reputation. The media magnifies stories of overbearing hockey dads and overzealous dance moms so it is not a surprise that many parents have backed ...

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EmpowHER has had many questions in our very lively ASK section about hand sanitizers. With school back in session and winter approaching (sorry!), looking at the pros and cons of hand sanitizers ...

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Over the past 2 years, I've been researching Alzheimer’s disease on a daily basis. I've seen a lot of headlines over that time. It seems as though each week there is a new theme about ways to ...

Every once in a while my knees make a cracking sound. Is there something wrong? What could this be?

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Having the right caregiver providing home care for aging seniors is paramount. The right person will greatly reduce worry about needs being met and that the senior is being kept safe. The ...

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The holidays typically bring us together with family and friends that we don’t see on a regular basis. Now that the holidays are over, you may be sitting there re-hashing interactions you had with ...

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With Thanksgiving in the rear-view mirror, many of us will now turn our focus towards buying gifts. I’m one of many adult children that live far from my family. Because of this distance, visits ...

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With Thanksgiving in the rear-view mirror, many of us will now turn our focus towards buying gifts. I’m one of many adult children that live far from my family. Because of this distance, visits ...

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With Thanksgiving in the rear-view mirror, many of us will now turn our focus towards buying gifts. I’m one of many adult children that live far from my family. Because of this distance, visits ...

For people with Alzheimer’s disease, art and music therapy can provide outlets for communication and connections with the past, even after memories and speaking ability are ...

From turkey with all the trimmings to pie with all the fillings, America’s eating fest is Thanksgiving. “The average holiday dinner alone can carry a load of 3,000 calories. And many nibble ...

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If you are caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease then it’s likely that you spend a lot of time with them. This on-the-job training has taught you many things about the disease including how ...

Being a caregiver can be emotionally and physically exhausting. If someone you know is taking care of someone who is elderly, disabled or seriously ill, there are many things you can do to help ...

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We know more about caregiver stress these days, and the challenges that caregivers face on a daily basis. There are caregiver support groups and more information about respite care. But while ...

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If you are caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease then it’s likely that you spend a lot of time with them. This on-the-job training has taught you many things about the disease including how ...

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If you are caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease then it’s likely that you spend a lot of time with them. This on-the-job training has taught you many things about the disease including how ...

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Losing weight can be an uphill battle for most people. It takes time, focus and energy to do the things that need to be done to lose weight. Logistically, it really is quite simple though. ...

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Almost two-thirds of those with Alzheimer’s disease in the United States are women. 1The first obvious reason for this is that women live longer, but longevity alone does not explain the large ...

Recently, researchers proclaimed that a number of everyday products contain substances that receive little attention but may pose potential cancer threats. Each chemical compound received a rating ...

For four years, I lived with and helped to take of my grandmother until she passed away in my arms, three years before her one hundredth birthday. I was deeply honored to be able to spend the ...

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A small but potentially significant study sheds a new light on the dire prospects of Alzheimer's disease. The research only involved 10 participants with Alzheimer's disease but nine of them ...

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Currently, it is estimated that 5.2 million Americans have Alzheimer's disease. This includes about 200,000 people under the age of 65 who have developed early onset Alzheimer’s disease. Many ...

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I've heard Coconut Oil Is great for helping people who have dementia and Alherimers. Is that true? Looks like Mayo Clinic in Arizona has even done studies on this.

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Being a caregiver is a tall order for a strong, compassionate person. Compassion is what made you decide to take on this role. Strength is needed in order to follow through on your ...