Welcome to the July newsletter!
‘A Good Death’: A Step-By-Step Guide for Dying
Death is a subject that makes many uneasy. But not so for someone who has cared for more than 1,000 individuals at life’s end and who personally has witnessed the deaths of almost 350 people. A palliative care professional who has more than 20 years of experience (including as an oncology nurse and a hospice nurse), Suzanne O’Brien, R.N., has made peace with death.
What Is Alzheimer's Disease?
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, a brain disorder that slowly destroys a person’s memory and thinking skills. It is characterized by a loss of cognitive functioning — thinking, remembering, and reasoning — and behavioral abilities to such an extent that it interferes with a person’s daily life and activities. Eventually, people with Alzheimer’s lose the ability to perform simple daily tasks, such as eating or walking. For most people with this specific type of dementia, symptoms first appear in their mid-60s.
Thinking About Your Risk for Alzheimer’s Disease? Five Questions To Consider
Ask yourself the five questions below to help understand your risk factors for developing Alzheimer’s disease.