Dementia Related Diseases & Conditions
Medical conditions are often related to other diseases and conditions. Our doctors have compiled a list of ailments related to the topic of Dementia. These conditions may be a cause or symptom of Dementia or be a condition for which you may be at increased risk.
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Lyme Disease
Lyme disease is a bacterial illness, which is spread by ticks when they bite the skin. Initially the disease affects the skin...learn more »
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Lyme Disease Article
- Lyme disease facts
- What is Lyme disease? What causes Lyme disease?
- What is the history of Lyme disease?
- What are symptoms and signs of Lyme disease?
- How is Lyme disease diagnosed?
- What is the treatment for Lyme disease, and what is its prognosis?
- How can Lyme disease be prevented? Is there a vaccine?
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Hematoma
A hematoma is a collection of blood that is outside a blood vessel. There are different areas where hematomas occur including the...learn more »
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Hematoma Article
- What is a hematoma?
- What causes a hematoma?
- What are the types of hematomas?
- What are the symptoms of a hematoma?
- When should I call the doctor about a hematoma?
- How is a hematoma diagnosed?
- What is the treatment for a hematoma?
- What are the complications of a hematoma?
- Can hematomas be prevented?
- Hematoma At A Glance
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Parkinson's Disease
Parkinson's disease is a slowly progressive neurologic disease characterized by a fixed inexpressive face, a tremor at rest,...learn more »
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Parkinson's Disease Article
- What is Parkinson's disease?
- What causes Parkinson's disease?
- What genes are linked to Parkinson's disease?
- Who is at risk for Parkinson's disease?
- What are the symptoms of Parkinson's disease?
- What other conditions resemble Parkinson's disease?
- How is Parkinson's disease diagnosed?
- What is the treatment for Parkinson's disease?
- How can people learn to cope with Parkinson's disease?
- Can Parkinson's disease be prevented?
- What is the prognosis for Parkinson's disease?
- Parkinson's Disease At A Glance
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Dehydration
Dehydration is the excessive loss of body water. There are a number of causes of dehydration including heat exposure, prolonged...learn more »
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Dehydration Article
- What is dehydration?
- What causes dehydration?
- What are the signs and symptoms of dehydration?
- What about dehydration in children?
- How is dehydration diagnosed?
- How is dehydration treated?
- Can I treat dehydration at home?
- What are the complications of dehydration?
- How can dehydration be prevented?
- Dehydration At A Glance
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Stroke
A stroke results from impaired oxygen delivery to brain cells via the bloodstream. A stroke is also referred to as a CVA, or...learn more »
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Stroke Article
- Stroke facts
- What is a stroke?
- What causes a stroke?
- What are the risk factors for stroke?
- What is a transient ischemic attack (TIA)?
- What is the impact of strokes?
- What are stroke symptoms?
- What should be done if you
suspect you or someone else is having a stroke?
- How is a stroke diagnosed?
- What is the treatment of a stroke?
- What complications can occur after a stroke?
- What can be done to prevent a stroke?
- What is in the future for stroke treatment?
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Brain Tumor
A brain tumor can be either benign (non cancerous) or malignant (cancerous), primary, or secondary. Causes and risk factors...learn more »
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Brain Tumor Article
- Brain tumor facts*
- What is the brain?
- What are the tumor grades and types?
- Tumor grade
- Types of primary brain tumors
- What are the risk factors for brain tumors?
- What are the symptoms of a brain tumor?
- How are brain tumors diagnosed?
- What is the treatment for a brain tumor?
- What type of surgery is available for brain tumors?
- Radiation therapy for brain tumors
- Chemotherapy for brain tumors
- What about a second opinion for brain tumor treatment?
- Nutrition during brain tumor treatment
- What supportive care is available for patients and caregivers?
- What about rehabilitation after brain tumor treatment?
- What about follow-up care after brain tumor treatment?
- Sources of support
- Taking part in cancer research
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Pernicious Anemia
Pernicious anemia is a blood disorder in which the body does not make enough red blood cells due to a lack of vitamin B12 in the...learn more »
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Pernicious Anemia Article
- What is pernicious anemia?
- What is megaloblastic anemia?
- What causes pernicious anemia?
- Is pernicious anemia the same as vitamin B-12 deficiency anemia?
- What are the symptoms of vitamin B-12 deficiency/pernicious anemia?
- How is pernicious anemia/vitamin B-12 deficiency diagnosed?
- What is the treatment for pernicious anemia/vitamin B-12 deficiency?
- Can pernicious anemia/ vitamin B-12 deficiency be prevented?
- What is the prognosis for pernicious anemia/ vitamin B-12 deficiency?
- Pernicious Anemia At A Glance
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Tremors
Tremor is the involuntary movements of one or more parts of the body. Causes of tremor include neurological disorders,...learn more »
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Tremors Article
- What is tremor?
- What causes tremor?
- What are the characteristics of tremor?
- What are the different categories of tremor?
- How is tremor diagnosed?
- Are there any treatments for tremor?
- What research is being done on tremor?
- Where can I get more information?
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Alcoholism
Alcoholism is a disease that includes alcohol craving and continued drinking despite repeated alcohol-related problems, such as...learn more »
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Alcoholism Article
- Alcoholism and alcohol abuse facts
- What is alcohol abuse?
- What is alcoholism?
- What differentiates alcohol abuse from alcoholism?
- What are risk factors for alcoholism?
- What causes alcoholism? Is alcoholism hereditary?
- What are alcohol abuse and alcoholism symptoms and signs in teenagers, women, men, and the elderly?
- How is alcoholism diagnosed?
- What are the stages of alcoholism?
- What is the treatment for alcoholism?
- What medications treat alcoholism?
- How can you tell if someone has a drinking problem?
- Can an alcoholic just cut back or stop drinking?
- Is there a safe level of drinking?
- Is it safe to drink alcohol while pregnant?
- How can someone find more information or get help or support to treat alcohol abuse and alcoholism?
- What are the long-term physical and psychological effects of alcohol abuse and alcoholism?
- What is codependency and what is the treatment for codependency?
- Can alcoholism be prevented?
- What is the prognosis of alcoholism?
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Human Immunodeficiency Virus Article
- HIV facts
- What is the history of HIV, and when was HIV discovered?
- What tests are used in the diagnosis of HIV?
- How is HIV transmitted (spread)?
- What happens after an exposure to the blood or genital secretions of an HIV-infected person?
- What are HIV symptoms and signs in men, women, and children?
- What laboratory tests are used to monitor HIV-infected people?
- What are the key principles in managing HIV infection?
- Should patients with the flu- or mono-like illness of primary HIV infection be treated?
- What about treatment for HIV during pregnancy?
- What can be done for people who have severe immunosuppression?
- What is the future for HIV-infected individuals with regards to treatment simplification and cure research?
- What is in the future for preventing HIV transmission?
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Encephalopathy
Encephalopathy means brain disease, damage, or malfunction. Causes of encephalopathy are varied and numerous. The main symptom of...learn more »
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Encephalopathy Article
- Encephalopathy facts
- Encephalopathy definition and overview
- What causes encephalopathy?
- What are the symptoms of encephalopathy?
- How is encephalopathy diagnosed?
- What is the treatment for encephalopathy?
- What are the complications of encephalopathy?
- What is the prognosis (outlook) for encephalopathy?
- Can encephalopathy be prevented?
- For more information on types of encephalopathy
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Hydrocephalus
Hydrocephalus is an abnormal buildup of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the ventricles of the brain. The fluid is often under...learn more »
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Hydrocephalus Article
- Hydrocephalus facts
- What is hydrocephalus?
- What are the different types of hydrocephalus?
- Who gets this hydrocephalus?
- What causes hydrocephalus?
- What are the symptoms and signs of hydrocephalus?
- How is hydrocephalus diagnosed?
- What is the current treatment for hydrocephalus?
- What are the possible complications of a shunt system?
- What is the prognosis for hydrocephalus?
- What research is being done on hydrocephalus?
- Where can I get more information about hydrocephalus?
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Hypoglycemia
Hypoglycemia is a syndrome caused by low blood sugar. Symptoms of hypoglycemia include palpitations, trembling, intense hunger,...learn more »
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Hypoglycemia Article
- What is hypoglycemia?
- Who is at risk for hypoglycemia?
- I thought high blood sugar was bad. Why is low blood sugar also bad?
- Can the body protect itself from hypoglycemia?
- What are symptoms of hypoglycemia and how low is too low?
- How is hypoglycemia treated?
- Is there anything else that should be done to manage hypoglycemia?
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Heart Attack
Heart attack happens when a blood clot completely obstructs a coronary
artery supplying blood to the heart muscle. A heart...learn more »
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Heart Attack Article
- Heart attack facts
- What is a heart attack?
- What causes a heart attack?
- What are the symptoms of a heart attack?
- What are the complications of a heart attack?
- What are the risk factors for atherosclerosis and heart attack?
- How is a heart attack diagnosed?
- What is the treatment for heart attack?
- What about heart attacks in women?
- What are the risk factors for heart attack in women?
- What are the symptoms of heart attack in women and how is heart attack diagnosed?
- How is heart attack in women treated?
- What about hormone therapy and heart attack in women?
- What is new in heart attack?
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Huntington's Disease Article
- Introduction to Huntington's disease
- What causes Huntington's disease?
- How is Huntington's disease inherited?
- What are the symptoms and major effects of Huntington's disease?
- At what age does Huntington's disease appear?
- How is Huntington's disease diagnosed?
- What is presymptomatic testing?
- How is the presymptomatic test conducted?
- How does a person decide whether to be tested?
- Is there a treatment for Huntington's disease?
- What kind of care does an individual with Huntington's disease need?
- What community resources are available for Huntington's disease?
- What research is being done on Huntington's disease?
- How can I help?
- What is the role of voluntary organizations?
- Where can I get more information about Huntington's disease?
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Vasculitis
Vasculitis is a general term for a group of uncommon diseases which feature inflammation of the blood vessels. Each form of...learn more »
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Vasculitis Article
- What is vasculitis?
- What causes vasculitis and what are examples of diseases with vasculitis?
- How is vasculitis diagnosed?
- How is vasculitis treated?
- Vasculitis At A Glance
- Related vasculitis article
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Overactive Bladder
Overactive bladder is a sudden involuntary contraction of the muscle wall of the bladder causing urinary urgency (an immediate...learn more »
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Overactive Bladder Article
- What is an overactive bladder?
- What are the causes of overactive bladder?
- Are there any risk factors for overactive bladder?
- What are symptoms of an
overactive bladder?
- How is overactive bladder diagnosed?
- What are treatments for an
overactive bladder?
- What is the role of medications in treating overactive bladder?
- What are treatments for the
chronically incontinent?
- What measures can be taken at home to prevent overactive bladder symptoms?
- What are some of the complications of overactive bladder?
- What is the prognosis for overactive bladder?
- Overactive Bladder At A
Glance
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Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Men (STDs in Men) Article
- Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in men facts
- What are STDs and how can their spread be prevented?
- Diseases associated with genital lesions
- Chancroid
- Genital herpes
- Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV)
- Syphilis
- Human papillomavirus (HPV)
- Diseases associated with urethritis
- Urethritis
- Chlamydia
- Gonorrhea
- Systemic STDs
- Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis C
- Human herpes virus 8 (HHV-8)
- Ectoparasitic infections
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Hypercalcemia (Elevated Calcium Levels) Article
- Hypercalcemia Introduction
- What are the causes of hypercalcemia?
- What are the signs and symptoms of hypercalcemia?
- How is hypercalcemia diagnosed?
- How is hypercalcemia treated?
- What is the prognosis for hypercalcemia?
- Can hypercalcemia be prevented?
- Hypercalcemia At A Glance
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Mitochondrial Disease Article
- What is mitochondrial myopathies?
- Is there any treatment for mitochondrial disease?
- What is the prognosis for mitochondrial disease?
- What research is being done for mitochondrial disease?
- Organizations
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Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's disease is a common cause of dementia. Symptoms and warning signs of Alzheimer's disease include memory loss,...learn more »
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Alzheimer's Disease Article
- Alzheimer's disease facts*
- What is dementia?
- What is Alzheimer's disease?
- Who develops Alzheimer's disease?
- What are the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease?
- Ten warning signs of Alzheimer's disease
- What are the causes Alzheimer's disease?
- What are risk factors for Alzheimer's disease?
- How is the diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease made?
- What is the prognosis of a person with Alzheimer's disease?
- What treatment and management options are available for Alzheimer's
disease?
- Cholinesterase inhibitors (ChEIs)
- Partial glutamate antagonists
- Non-medication based treatments
- Treatment of psychiatric symptoms
- Potential and future therapies for Alzheimer's disease
- Caring for the caregiver and Alzheimer's disease resources
- National Institute on Aging home safety for people with Alzheimer's disease
- Introduction
- General safety concerns for persons with Alzheimer's
disease
- Is it safe to leave the person with Alzheimer's disease
alone?
- Home safety room-by-room
- Home safety behavior-by-behavior
- Special occasions/gatherings/holidays
- Impairment of the senses
- Driving
- Natural disaster safety
- Who would take care of the person with Alzheimer's disease if
something happened to you?
- Conclusion
- Additional resources
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Aphasia
Aphasia is a condition that is the result of damage to portions of the brain. It can be caused by stroke, head injury, brain...learn more »
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Aphasia Article
- Aphasia facts*
- What is aphasia?
- Who has aphasia?
- What causes aphasia?
- What are the types of aphasia?
- How is aphasia diagnosed?
- How is aphasia treated?
- What research is being done for aphasia?
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Insomnia
Insomnia is the perception or complaint of inadequate or poor-quality sleep because of difficulty falling asleep; waking up...learn more »
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Insomnia Article
- What is insomnia?
- What causes insomnia?
- What are other causes of insomnia?
- What are the risk factors for insomnia?
- What are the symptoms of insomnia?
- When should I call the doctor about insomnia?
- How is insomnia diagnosed?
- How is insomnia treated?
- What are non-medical treatments for insomnia?
- What is sleep hygiene?
- How can stimulus control help with insomnia?
- What is sleep restriction?
- What medications are used to treat insomnia?
- What is the outlook for insomnia?
- Insomnia At A Glance
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Meningitis
Encephalitis is a brain inflammation that causes sudden fever, vomiting, headache, light sensitivity, stiff neck and back,...learn more »
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Meningitis Article
- Encephalitis and meningitis facts
- What is encephalitis?
- What causes encephalitis?
- What are encephalitis symptoms and signs?
- What is meningitis?
- What causes meningitis?
- What are meningitis symptoms and signs?
- What is encephalomyelitis?
- How are encephalitis and meningitis diagnosed?
- What is the treatment of encephalitis and meningitis?
- What is the prognosis (outlook) for patients with encephalitis or
meningitis?
- Is meningitis contagious?
- Can meningitis be prevented?
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Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Article
- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis facts*
- What is amyotrophic lateral sclerosis?
- Who gets ALS?
- What are the symptoms of ALS?
- How is ALS diagnosed?
- What causes ALS?
- How is ALS treated?
- What research is being done on ALS?
- How can I help research for ALS?
- Where can I get more information about ALS?
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Brain Lesions (Lesions on the Brain) Article
- Brain lesions facts
- Brain anatomy
- What are brain lesions?
- What causes brain lesions?
- What are the types of brain lesions?
- What are the symptoms of brain lesions?
- How are brain lesions diagnosed?
- What is the treatment for brain lesions?
- Can brain lesions be prevented?
- What is the prognosis for brain lesions?
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Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA, Mini-Stroke) Article
- Transient ischemic attack (TIA) facts
- What is a transient ischemic attack (TIA)?
- What are the causes of transient ischemic attack (TIA)?
- What are the risk factors for transient ischemic attack (TIA)?
- What are the symptoms of transient ischemic attack (TIA)?
- How is transient ischemic attack (TIA) diagnosed?
- What is the treatment for transient ischemic attack (TIA)?
- What is the prognosis for transient ischemic attack (TIA)?
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MELAS Syndrome
MELAS syndrome, a rare form of dementia, stands for Mitochondrial Encephalopathy, Lactic Acidosis, and Stroke-like episodes....learn more »
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MELAS Syndrome Article
- What is MELAS?
- What causes MELAS?
- What are the symptoms of MELAS?
- How is MELAS diagnosed?
- When do people with MELAS develop symptoms?
- How is MELAS treated?
- Are there other mitochondrial diseases?
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Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease Article
- What is Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD)?
- What are the symptoms of the Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease?
- How is Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease diagnosed?
- What causes Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease?
- How is Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease transmitted?
- What research is taking place with Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease?
- How can I help research?
- Where can I get more information about Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease?
- How is the Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease treated?
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Pick Disease
Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) is a syndrome that is associated with shrinking of the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain....learn more »
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Pick Disease Article
- Frontotemporal dementia (Pick's disease) facts*
- What is frontotemporal dementia (Pick's disease)?
- What are the symptoms of frontotemporal dementia?
- Is frontotemporal dementia inherited?
- Is there any treatment for frontotemporal dementia?
- What is the prognosis (the outlook) for frontotemporal dementia?
- What research is being done on frontotemporal dementia?
- Where can I find more information about frontotemporal dementia?
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Alzheimer's Disease Patient Caregiver Guide Article
- Tips for caregivers of persons with Alzheimer's disease
- Dealing with the diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease
- Communicating with a person with Alzheimer's disease
- Bathing a person with Alzheimer's disease
- Dressing a person with Alzheimer's disease
- Eating: getting a person with Alzheimer's disease to eat
- Activities for a person with Alzheimer's disease
- Exercise for a person with Alzheimer's disease
- Incontinence in a person with Alzheimer's disease
- Sleep problems for caregivers and a person with
Alzheimer's disease
- Hallucinations and delusions in a person with
Alzheimer's disease
- Wandering: a problem for a person with Alzheimer's
disease
- Home safety for a person with Alzheimer's disease
- Driving: decisions for a person with Alzheimer's disease
- Visiting the doctor with a person with Alzheimer's
disease
- Coping with holidays with a person with Alzheimer's
disease
- Visiting a person with Alzheimer's disease
- Choosing a nursing home for a person with Alzheimer's
disease
- For more information about Alzheimer's disease
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Binswanger's Disease
Binswanger's disease is a type of vascular dementia that is caused by damage to the blood vessels that feed deep areas of the...learn more »
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Binswanger's Disease Article
- What is Binswanger's disease and what causes it?
- What are the symptoms of Binswanger's disease?
- How is Binswanger's disease diagnosed?
- Is there any treatment for Binswanger's disease?
- What is the prognosis for Binswanger's disease?
- What research is being done on Binswanger's disease?
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Depression in the Elderly Article
- How does depression in the elderly differ from depression in younger
adults?
- How is insomnia related to depression in the elderly?
- What are risk factors for depression in the elderly?
- What types of treatment are available for depression in the elderly?
- How do antidepressants relieve depression in the elderly?
- Can psychotherapy help relieve depression in the elderly?
- Who may benefit from electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)?
- What other problems affect treatment of depression in the
elderly?
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Caregiving
Most often, caregivers take care of other adults who are ill or disabled. Less often, caregivers are grandparents raising their...learn more »
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Caregiving Article
- What is a caregiver?
- Who are our nation's caregivers?
- What is caregiver stress?
- How can I tell if caregiving is putting too much stress on me?
- What can I do to prevent stress or relieve stress?
- What is respite care?
- What is the National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP)?
- How can I find out about caregiving resources in my community?
- What kind of caregiver services can I find in my community?
- What kind of home care help is available?
- How will I pay for home health care?
- Who is eligible for Medicare home health care services?
- Will Medicaid help pay for home health care?
- For more information
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High Cholesterol: Frequently Asked Questions Article
- What is cholesterol?
- Why should I be concerned about cholesterol?
- What's the difference between "good" and "bad" cholesterol?
- How much cholesterol is too much?
- Can I lower my risk for heart disease if I lower my cholesterol?
- What makes my cholesterol levels go up?
- What can I do to lower my cholesterol?
- What medications are used to treat high cholesterol?
- If a product's package reads "low cholesterol" does that mean that the
product is low in fat and safe to eat?
- At what age should people begin having their cholesterol checked?
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Hospice
Hospice is a service that offers support, resources, and assistance to terminally ill patients and their families. In such late...learn more »
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Hospice Article
- Hospice facts
- What is hospice care?
- Why is hospice important?
- What is the history of hospice?
- What are the main goals of hospice care?
- What are some misconceptions about hospice care?
- What kinds of services does hospice care provide?
- Are hospice services available for children?
- Can hospice care be offered at home?
- What are some medical conditions commonly referred to hospice?
- How is referral to hospice made?
- How does hospice care work?
- Who is part of the hospice team?
- What is respite care?
- Who is eligible for hospice care?
- Who pays for hospice care?
- How can people find and choose hospice care?
- What questions should people ask of hospice agencies?
- Where can a person find more information about hospice care?
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Alzheimer's Disease: Financial Planning Article
- Introduction
- Alzheimer's disease - developing a financial plan
- Medical coverage in Alzheimer's disease
- Investigate long- and short-term disability insurance
- What is Medicare?
- What are Medicare's coverage options?
- Medicare coverage of skilled nursing care facilities
- Medicare coverage of home care
- What is Medicaid?
- How do people receive Medicaid benefits?
- Who is eligible for Medicaid?
- Medicaid coverage
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