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Speaking up for Alzheimer's

The father of television personality Linda Dano experienced years of mental deterioration before he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Hear Linda describe how her family coped.

Keywords: Linda Dano, Another World, Felicia Gallant, Alzheimer's disease, dementia, senility, senile, cholinesterase inhibitors, Reminyl, galantamine, Exelon, rivastigmine, Aricept, donepezil

Memory and Alzheimer's

People with early-stage Alzheimer's disease know that they will have trouble remembering things. But there are a variety of techniques that can help them cope.

Keywords: Alzheimer's disease, dementia, senility, senile, cholinesterase inhibitors, Reminyl, galantamine, Exelon, rivastigmine, Aricept, donepezil

Life with Alzheimer's Disease

Allen Willner was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease early in the disease process. With medication and the care of his wife, he's slowing the progression of symptoms.

Keywords: Alzheimer's disease, dementia, senility, senile, cholinesterase inhibitors, Reminyl, galantamine, Exelon, rivastigmine, Aricept, donepezil

Treating Alzheimer's Early

People with early Alzheimer's disease know that the condition gets progressively worse over time. Learn how some medications help to stabilize symptoms and slow this steady decline.

Keywords: Alzheimer's disease, dementia, senility, senile, cholinesterase inhibitors, Reminyl, galantamine, Exelon, rivastigmine, Aricept, donepezil

Indoor Injuries: Age 3-4

As three- or four-year-olds get faster and smarter, parents have to be faster and smarter about keeping them out of trouble. From the bathroom to the playroom, toddlers are experts at finding hazards in the home where you thought there weren't any. Join us as we discuss what you should know to keep you on your toes. Topics will include the prevention of:

• Poisoning
• Choking
• Falls
• Gun accidents

Keywords: Injury prevention, poisoning, CPR, Red Cross, American Heart Association, brain damage, choking, Mylar balloons, drowning, Dr. Calvin G. Lowe

Injury Prevention: On the Playground

Between the ages of five and eight, children start to become more independent. Knowing their parents aren't looking gives them the opportunity to explore, and often gets them into situations that can lead to injury. Join us as we review important safety guidelines every parent should know--and teach their children.

Keywords: Injury prevention, poisoning, burns, falls, trauma, gun accidents, Dr. Alan Nager

Senior Runners

At 72-years of age, Ginette Bedard is the world's fastest marathon runner for her age group. What's her secret?

Keywords: Running, Marathon, exercise, elderly exercise, exercises for the elderly.

Become a Life-long Learner

We all know that it is important to keep your body active and healthy to live a long life. But the old adage "use it or lose it" is also true. Discover some of the many ways people can continue to keep their minds keen and continually growing.

Keywords: Learning, brain, mental activity, memory, age, senior, mental games, mental acuity

CML after 65

Some treatment options are not available for patients with chronic myeloid leukemia when they are over 65 years old. But most can still look forward to a range of effective medical therapies and a good quality of life. Listen to one man's success story.

Keywords: CML, chronic myeloid leukemia, Gleevec, imatinib, bone marrow transplant, interferon, stem cell transplant, hydroxyurea, cytogenic testing

Injuries from Playing: Age 5-8

Children between the ages of five and eight years old are at an exciting period in their lives. Though very active, they often have difficulty with judgment of sound, speed and distance, making them prone to accidents. Join us for a discussion of outdoor injury prevention in this age group.

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Indoor Injuries: Age 5-8

Between the ages of five and eight, children start to become more independent. Knowing their parents aren’t looking gives them the opportunity to explore, and often gets them into situations that can lead to injury. Join us as we review important safety guidelines every parent should know--and teach their children.

Keywords: Injury prevention, poisoning, burns, falls, trauma, gun accidents, Dr. Alan Nager

Outdoor Injuries: Age 3-4

Being a parent of a three- or four-year-old is a real challenge. At this age, children love to explore--they enjoy climbing, jumping, running, and many other activities that can unfortunately lead to injury. While it is important to let your child play and discover new grounds, it is also important to follow some safety rules to keep your child from harm. Join us as we discuss the prevention of outdoor dangers. Topics will include:

• Car safety
• Pool safety
• Playground safety

Keywords: Injury prevention, car safety, pool safety, playground safety, Dr. Calvin G. Lowe

Outdoor Injuries: Age 5-8

As children grow out of the toddler years, teaching them to take care of themselves becomes just as important as parental supervision. From riding a bike to crossing the street, your child will be engaging in activities where safety is their responsibility. Join us as we address the main safety issues facing children at this age.

Keywords: Injury prevention, children, parents, bicycles, scooters, Dr. Alan Nager

Benefits of Tai Chi

Many seniors are now enjoying the ancient Chinese martial art of tai chi, a low-intensity exercise that combines slow, fluid body movements with meditation.

Keywords: Tai Chi, seniors, healthy aging, Project FIND, chinese martial art, supreme ultimate, meditation, muscle strength, supreme ultimate

Diet and Aging

The right diet may help you put the brakes on the aging process.

Keywords: Eric Braverman, PATH Medical, aging, anti-aging, diet, nutrition, rainbow diet, antioxidants, herbal teas, spices

Sleep Problems

As people age, there are lots of changes. Some are welcome, like retirement and a chance to pursue new activities. But then there are some changes that aren't so welcome. Poor sleep is one of them. Learn not only what might be causing sleep problems, but find out a variety of ways to win back a restful night.

Keywords: Insomnia, heart disease, angina, arthritis, sleep apnea, anxiety disorders, depression, elderly, late-life, napping, over-the-counter sleep medications, prescription sleep medications, benzodiazepines, nonbenzodiazepines, sedative hypnotics, sleep, old age, bereavement, Sonata, Ambien, Halcion