AccreditationFederal law dictates that no one may help a veteran in the preparation, presentation and prosecution of an initial claim for VA benefits unless that person is accredited. The only exception to this law is that any … [Read more...]
Working with Elder Parents in Planning Financially for their Long Term Care
January 24, 2011 by Leave a Comment
You may be taking care of elderly parents now or looking at that possibility in the near future. According to a report from USATODAY/ABCNews/Gallup Poll, 41% of baby boomers are helping take care of elderly parents by … [Read more...]
Increased awareness of anxiety in elders leads to user-friendly site updates
January 24, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Stress, anxiety, and fear are normal emotions we all experience at some point, but when does fear cross over the line from “normal” to “excessive?” NIH SeniorHealth.gov realizes the need for more readily available information for … [Read more...]
NFL star speaks on Alzheimer’s, gets emotional
January 20, 2011 by Leave a Comment
NFL Superstar Terrell Owens (T.O.) speaking on how Alzheimer's has touched his life personally.Known for his on-the-field antics, T.O. displays a more emotional side in this clip. "Estimates vary, but experts suggest that as many … [Read more...]
Could ‘biomarkers’ be the key to predicting Alzheimer’s?
January 19, 2011 by Leave a Comment
What is a biomarker?? Perhaps a useful tool to diagnose and predict dementia and cognitive decline, studies suggest. AstraZeneca defines the term as “a characteristic that is objectively measured and evaluated as an indicator of … [Read more...]
Adults are sick almost a month out of the year
January 18, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Did you know that the average adult will live with a cold for almost a month out of the year? According to Jane Sadler, MD out of Garland, Texas, “the average adult gets three colds per year, each lasting an average of nine … [Read more...]
Why did Obama reverse course on Medicare end-of-life counseling legislation?
January 17, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Earlier this month, we reported on legislation taking effect in 2011 that would promote end-of-life counseling through Medicare reimbursements to doctors. Now just days into the new year, the legislation appears to be dead in the … [Read more...]
