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“Helping Those Who Help Others”

Vol. 1, No 47

Tuesday, March 8, 2005

WELCOME to this week's edition of The Caregiver’s Hotline, a service of Pederson Publishing and Caregiver’s Home Companion. Full-text versions of the articles are accessible by clicking on the links below.

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In this week's edition of The Caregiver's Hotline:

Government Data Says Men are Catching Up?
Americans now live an average of 77.6 years, longer than ever, with men finally catching up to women, according to new government statistics released last week. Let?s find out why. [Read the full story]

No Brainer: Nations to Quit Smoking
The first global treaty on tobacco control just went into effect. So far, 168 nations have signed the treaty and 57 have ratified it. Where?s the United States in this picture? [Read the full story]

Stem Cells to Be Used in Brazil
The quest to find a cure for Parkinson?s disease and diabetes received a push in Latin America as Brazil voted to legalize stem cell research using human embryos, all in the face of disapproval from Catholic Church leaders. We have the details. [Read the full story]

Seeing the Future with Parkinson's Glasses
Here?s a new approach: Special glasses with virtual imagery to help stabilize gait problems in Parkinson?s disease. We?re looking into it. [Read the full story]

Elderly Injuries Rise Dramatically
Older Americans are increasingly at risk of injury in or around the home. In fact, the latest figure show more than 1.45 million older Americans ended up in a hospital emergency room in 2002 with consumer product-related injuries. Were you or your loved [Read the full story]

Blow off Some Steam ? With Us!
How do you let go of the stress of caregiving? Join others for a collective exhale in our community forums. We want to hear from you! [Read the full story]

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Veterans Aid and Attendance Program: Little-Known Help for Aging Vets-and Spouses

Mostly Simple Changes Can Insure Safety: Making Bathrooms Senior-Friendly

Minimizing Probate's Bite: Protecting Assets When a Loved One Dies

Oh My Aching Back! Get Out of Bed for Best Results

Complementing Advance Directives -- Have You Heard of POLST?

Searching for a Child's Enjoyment Level: Elderly Watch More TV, But Enjoy It Less

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