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Nearly 7 Million Americans Have Alzheimer's, and Caregivers Are Stressed
- Dennis Thompson and Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporters
- March 20, 2024
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Nearly 7 million American seniors are living with Alzheimer's dementia, placing a huge strain on both personal caregivers and the U.S. health care system, according to a new Alzheimer's Association report.
The cost of caring for seniors with Alzheimer's is projected to r...
Staying Social Vital for People With Alzheimer's, Caregivers
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 19, 2024
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People with dementia -- and their caregivers -- need active social lives to stay healthy, a new study reports.
However, researchers found that both dementia patients and their
Stationary Bike Workouts Could Help Parkinson's Patients
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 1, 2024
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A bicycle built for two could be a positive prescription for Parkinson's patients and their caregivers, a small, preliminary study says.
Parkinson's patients had better overall quality of life, improved mobility, and faster walking speed after sharing regular rides on a ...
Palliative Care Works, Even When Delivered By Phone
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 19, 2024
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Folks with life-threatening chronic illnesses can receive effective support over the telephone as they manage their condition day by day, a new clinical trial finds.
Seriously ill veterans living with lung or heart disease experienced significant improvements in depressi...
Living With a Depressed Loved One Can Take Mental, Financial Toll
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- January 2, 2024
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Reduced income, unemployment and mental health issues are more common among people who live with a loved one diagnosed with depression, new research shows.
“These findings indicate that the impact of depressive symptoms may extend beyond the affected individuals, impos...
Depression, Anxiety Common in Caregivers of Stroke Survivors
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 20, 2023
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Anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress are common among people caring for the victim of a recent stroke, a new study has found.
Nearly 30% of caregivers of severe stroke patients experience stress and emotional problems during the first year after the patient leav...
Caregiving's Financial Toll Is Often Hidden
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 7, 2023
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A growing number of people have become unpaid caregivers for loved ones, and a new report says many are overlooking the financial consequences of their selflessness.
One in five adults now provide uncompensated care to family and loved ones with health problems, accordin...
More Americans Grow Old Alone, and Faltering Minds Bring Risks
- Sarah D. Collins HealthDay Reporter
- August 21, 2023
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An estimated 26 million Americans 50 and older live alone, and researchers estimate that more than 4 million have dementia or cognitive impairment.
That means a large number of older Americans are at risk for medication mix-ups, unsafe driving, wandering and missing impo...
In an Aging America, a Looming Shortage of Home Health Care Workers
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- April 26, 2023
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Over the last decade, an aging American population has increasingly turned away from nursing homes in favor of trained caregivers who can provide critical help in the home with basic daily tasks.
But a new investigation warns the need for at-home care has vastly outpaced...
Many Young Kids With Autism Are Kicked Out of Day Care: Study
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- April 5, 2023
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About 1 in 6 preschoolers with autism get expelled from their day care program, new research finds.
On average, such kids are about 3 years old when they get kicked out.
While their parents may already harbor concerns, many of these kids "do not as yet have a diagn...
Caregiving Brings Stress. Here Are 6 Tips to Help Ease It
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- April 5, 2023
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The stress of caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease can take a toll on loved ones.
It's important for caregivers' own health and well-being to reduce that stress, the Alzheimer's Foundation of America says.
“Finding ways to manage and reduce stress is of pa...
Caregiving for Someone With Cancer
- Sue Benzuly, RN HealthDay Reporter
- April 3, 2023
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A cancer diagnosis can be tough to take, and not just for the patient.
Caregivers are a vital part of a cancer patient's care team, but the role can be exhausting. Plenty of caregivers struggle with the challenges of helping their loved one navigate treatment and, hopefu...
Caregiving for Someone With Dementia
- Sue Benzuly, RN HealthDay Reporter
- March 31, 2023
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There is little doubt that caregiving for someone with dementia can be demanding and challenging, and that knowing how best to care for both the patient and yourself can be hard to figure out.
Here are some tips to help you navigate this difficult time and be the best c...
Remodeling Your Home for Wheelchair Access
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 30, 2023
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Millions of Americans get around with the help of wheelchairs, from those born with disabilities to those who have been struck with disabilities later in life.
Home is a sanctuary for many -- a place where comfort, safety and ease are especially important -- so remodelin...
Caregiving for Someone After a Stroke
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 24, 2023
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When a loved one suffers a stroke, it can be a relief that they survived and are getting good care.
But recovery can take time for the patient.
Making sure they get the care they need can be a challenge for the spouse, grown child or other loved one who is providi...
How to Find a Caregiver: A Guide
- Kirstie Ganobsik HealthDay Reporter
- March 23, 2023
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Choosing a caregiver for a loved one is a decision no one takes lightly.
Figuring out the level of care your loved one needs can help make the process go more smoothly. That's why it's a great place to start your journey.
“The goal is to pick up clues early, bef...
Dealing With Caregiver Stress & Burnout: A Guide
- Kirstie Ganobsik HealthDay Reporter
- March 22, 2023
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If you've been suffering from caregiver stress, you've got plenty of company.
It affects about 36% of the 53 million unpaid family caregivers in the United States, according to a recent report by the
Tough Journeys: When Cancer Strikes People Living With Dementia
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 3, 2023
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America's aging population means that more families are soon going to be grappling with a heartbreaking issue -- a loved one living with dementia who then develops cancer.
These families will have to work their way through a series of tough decisions regarding screening,...
What Exactly Is Hospice Care?
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 1, 2023
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When former President Jimmy Carter recently entered home hospice care after many years of cancer treatment, it was an invitation for families across America to consider how they would like to spend their final days.
Many Seniors Shunned In-Home Care During Pandemic, Worsening Health
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- January 31, 2023
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The COVID-19 pandemic continues to take its toll on older Americans.
A new study finds that many older adults declined medically necessary in-home care during the height of the pan...
Home Drug Infusions Can Be Dangerous, But Many Home Care Staff Aren't Trained
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 23, 2023
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Intravenous (IV) lines are generally associated with medical centers — picture a patient in a hospital bed, an IV drip-dropping needed fluids, nutrients and medicines into their arm.
Make the Holidays Comforting for Loved Ones With Alzheimer's
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- December 17, 2022
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Those who have dementia can find the holiday season disorienting, but their loved ones can help.
"The holiday season can be both joyful and stressful for all of us, especially individuals living with a dementia-related illness," said
Caring for Kids and Aging Parents: The 'Sandwich' Generation Is Under Strain
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- December 15, 2022
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Nearly one-quarter of all American adults who care for an elderly parent also care for a child at the same time, a new study reveals.
And when compared with those who only have a parent under their watch, members of the so-called “sandwich generation” — namely...
Caregiving Can Heighten Loneliness, or Ease It
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- November 28, 2022
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Taking care of a loved one can either be a break from loneliness or help to bring loneliness on, depending on your circumstances, new research shows.
Researchers broadly studied the issue, using data from 28 studies with more than 190,000 participants in 21 countries. Th...
Time Spent in Day Care Won't Harm Child's Development
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- November 17, 2022
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Millions of parents drop their toddlers off at day care centers so they can go to work, but some are racked with guilt about it.
One of their main concerns? Time spent in group day care could encourage their toddler to start acting out.
Now, a large, new study...
Half of Americans Over 50 Are Now Caregivers
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- November 3, 2022
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More than half of Americans aged 50 and up are helping an older adult manage tasks ranging from household chores to care for medical conditions, a new national poll shows.
How 'This Is Us' Put Alzheimer's Care in the Spotlight
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- September 1, 2022
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When the wildly popular TV show “This Is Us” wrapped up its final season this year, it did so with a storyline that showed one of the lead characters dealing with Alzheimer's disease a...
Alzheimer's: Who Is Caring for the Caregivers?
- Sydney Murphy and Consumer news HealthDay Reporters
- August 29, 2022
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Katherine Sanden drove over 1,400 miles, from California to Nebraska, to care for her beloved uncle after he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in November 2020, but seeing him after years a...
U.S. Nursing Homes Are Understaffed, But Minority Communities Have It Worst
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- August 15, 2022
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Staffing shortages at nursing homes across the United States are severe in disadvantaged areas where needs may be greatest, researchers say.
Poll Finds Many Diabetes Caregivers Exhausted, Lacking Support
- Serena McNiff HealthDay Reporter
- July 5, 2022
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Diane Kondyra knows a lot about the hidden dangers of diabetes.
Both she and her husband have been diagnosed with the blood sugar disease, and her husband suffered one of its devastating complications in 2018 when he developed a staph infection that cost him part of...
Biden to Propose Overhaul of U.S. Nursing Homes
- March 1, 2022
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Minimum staffing levels will be a main feature of a major overhaul of U.S. nursing homes that President Joe Biden is expected to announce in his State of the Union speech Tuesday night.
Staffing levels are considered a critical marker for nursing home quality, but the pa...
Severe Illness in Children Brings Hardship for Families
- December 31, 2021
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When a sick child spends time in the intensive care unit, the impact lasts even after the hospital stay is over.
Added to it are days, weeks, sometimes months out of school for the young patient and extended work absences for their primary caregivers.
"Pediatric c...
Severe Illness in a Child Takes Big Toll on Parents, Siblings: Study
- Robert Preidt
- December 23, 2021
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When a child has severe health problems, the suffering often extends to the entire family, new research finds.
Using data from a single health insurance provider, the study authors assessed nearly 7,000 children with life-threatening conditions and their families, and co...
Many Home Health Care Workers in Poor Health Themselves
- Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter
- December 13, 2021
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They take care of others, but many U.S. home health care workers say they're not in good shape themselves, a new study finds.
Researchers analyzed self-reported data collected from nearly 3,000 home health care workers in 38 states between 2014 and 2018 and found that mo...
Give Others Help, Get Back Health Benefits: Study
- November 26, 2021
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When it comes to helping others and your health, it might be better to give than to receive, a new study suggests.
Researchers surveyed more than 1,000 Americans between 34 and 84 about their social involvement and how much they thought they could rely on their family, f...
How 1.3 Million Americans Became Controlled by Conservatorships
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 18, 2021
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Pop singer Britney Spears was at the height of her fame in 2008 when, through a series of arcane legal maneuverings, her father gained conservatorship over her and took control of her personal and financial affairs.
Spears' plight and the #FreeBritney movement has shone ...
Pandemic Day Care Closures Forced 600,000 U.S. Working Moms to Leave Jobs
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- June 29, 2021
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When child care centers were forced to close in the pandemic's early months, hundreds of thousands of American working mothers lost their jobs, new research shows.
The study is just the latest illustration of the toll the pandemic has taken on working women in the United...
1 in 3 Caregivers for Elderly May Be Untrained, Unscreened
- Cara Murez
- June 24, 2021
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A new report raises questions about the training and qualifications of many caregivers for the elderly across the United States.
The study by the RAND Corporation, a nonprofit research organization, found that nearly a third of Americans who arranged for paid care of a f...
Grief Can Strike Even Before a Loved One Is Gone
- Cara Murez
- May 12, 2021
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Feelings of grief are expected after the loss of a loved one, but having those feelings when your loved one has a terminal illness is also real and can fluctuate over time, experts say.
Individuals can adjust to their emotional pain, according to a new study focus...
Lots of Teens, Young Adults Are Helping to Care for Older Loved Ones
- Cara Murez
- April 20, 2021
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TUESDAY, April 20, 2021 (HealthDay News) - Many people regard middle-aged caregivers as the "sandwich generation" -- folks caring for young kids as well their aging moms, dads or grandparents.
It turns out that's not the whole picture, according to a new study, which fou...
Strain of COVID Care Has Many Health Professionals Looking for an Exit
- Cara Murez
- April 6, 2021
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After the pandemic, the next great health care challenge in the United States could be retaining highly trained doctors, nurses and scientists, a new study warns.
Up to one in five employees at an academic medical institution are considering leaving their professions be...
6 Steps to Reduce Caregiver Stress
- April 4, 2021
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Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease can be mentally and physically exhausting, so you should take steps to manage and reduce stress, according to the Alzheimer's Foundation of America.
"Finding ways to manage and reduce stress is of paramount importance for e...
Very Low COVID Transmission in Day Care Centers: Study
- Robert Preidt
- February 9, 2021
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Children in day care centers had low coronavirus infection rates early in the pandemic, and are unlikely sources of COVID-19 transmission, a new study from France finds.
COVID-19 can infect people of all ages, but children tend to develop mild, if any, symptoms, and very...
Too Many Kids With Special Needs Are Going Without Adequate Support
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- January 28, 2021
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As many as one in five U.S. children has special health care needs, and some of their caregivers are struggling to get them the support, care and services they need, new research shows.
Kids with special health care needs may have physical conditions (such as asthma or d...
COVID Vaccine Advised for Alzheimer's Patients, Their Caregivers
- Robert Preidt
- January 26, 2021
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All Alzheimer's disease patients and their family caregivers should be vaccinated against COVID-19, the Alzheimer's Foundation of America says.
"Getting vaccinated is one of the most important steps families affected by Alzheimer's disease can take to protect themselves ...
Caregivers Feeling the Strain This Tough Holiday Season
- Robert Preidt
- December 8, 2020
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The coronavirus pandemic makes the holidays even more difficult for caregivers of loved ones with Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia, an expert says.
"Even in the best of times, holidays can be a mixed bag for families who are caring for a loved one with an ...
Avoid Injury While Caregiving at Home
- Cara Murez
- October 30, 2020
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Caring for a loved one can be rewarding, but it can also lead to injury.
To keep yourself in good physical shape while caregiving, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) offers some tips for careful lifting:
--Keep your head and neck in proper ali...
Depression Can Deepen Over Time for Alzheimer's Caregivers
- Cara Roberts Murez
- September 9, 2020
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Add a heightened risk for depression to the list of challenges facing the caregivers of loved ones who have Alzheimer's disease.
A new study found that older adults caring for spouses newly diagnosed with Alzheimer's had a 30% increase in symptoms of depression ...
Many Americans With Dementia Live in Homes With Guns
- Amy Norton
- July 16, 2020
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Many people with dementia may have access to a gun in their home, yet few families have gotten advice from a doctor on how to handle the situation, a small new study finds.
In the United States, somewhere between 39% and 49% of older adults live in a home wit...
COVID-19 Brings New Challenges to Alzheimer's Caregiving
- Serena Gordon
- June 17, 2020
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Caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease comes with daily challenges and disruptions, and those have only increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Due to the risk of infection, contact with your loved one may now be off-limits or severely restricted. Caregivers pr...