When he received a diagnosis of early-stage Lewy Body dementia, Lou and his wife Anne wanted to learn all they could about the disease. "For me, the more I know about my diagnosis, the better. I want to be better equipped for what lies ahead," Lou says. They attended seminars on dementia, and then signed up to be part of a long-term national study of the disease.
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Opportunity to Participate in Research
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This study is recruiting healthy volunteers between the ages of 18-35 to investigate whether there is a benefit to combining low current stimulation with yoga and meditation.
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This study is recruiting patients with a diagnosis of moderate to severe chronic plaque-type psoriasis to determine the effectiveness of a drug treatment.
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This study is recruiting older adults with sleep problems to see if a comprehensive group therapy combined with a lifestyle program can improve quality of sleep and cognitive function.
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Health tips for supporting a loved one after a dementia diagnosis
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by Lillian Hung |
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Prioritize joy.
There is life after diagnosis–focus on what the person can do. Embrace the present and the positives. Laugh together as much as you can. Eat well and go for walks. |
Learn about support.
Support strategies are at www.alzheimer.ca. Don't hesitate to use the dementia helpline: 604-681-8651. Search for local programs to stay active and befriend others in similar situations to connect and share. |
Think ahead.
Adapt the home environment and activities as needed to enable success. For example, set up reminders on the phone. Make plans to prepare for emergencies. |
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