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Quick Tip for Caregivers
Are you planning to see an attorney with your elderly mom or dad who has some dementia? Make the appointment for the morning. Sundowning (late-day confusion) can raise questions regarding your loved one’s legal competence.
May 22, 2009 | mikegamble | Comments 2
Prescription Drug Interactions
Are there special precautions for seniors?
Are interactions between prescription drugs a problem for your loved one? Two-thirds of seniors take one or more prescription drugs every day; one-fourth take 4 or more. Because they see specialists in addition to their own doctor, seniors are often given new prescription drugs without thoroughly assessing their other medications. [...]
May 16, 2009 | mikegamble | Comments 4