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Advocacy
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Oct 31, 2005 |
Article,DrugNews |
More than One Million Americans Helped in 6 Months by Private-Sector Drug Program
In just six months, the Partnership for Prescription Assistance (PPA), a national program dedicated to helping people in need access prescription medicines, has matched more than one million patients with assistance programs that likely meet their needs. |
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Sep 30, 2002 |
Article |
Driving and Dementia: Health Professionals Can Play An Important Role
As a person ages, driving skills change due to both muscle and vision degeneration, slowing reaction time, and the effects of illnesses and medications. Studies suggest that older drivers with dementia are at greater risk for accidents compared to other drivers.
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Apr 30, 2002 |
Events |
14th Annual Public Policy Forum
On Saturday, April 27, the Alzheimer’s Association kicks off the 14th Annual Public Policy Forum in Washington, D.C. Themed, Alzheimer Advocacy: a billion ways to make a difference, this event offers a premier opportunity for Alzheimer’s advocates to make their voices heard as they work to achieve a world free of Alzheimer’s disease. |
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Jan 04, 2002 |
Article |
Medicare Takes Steps To Eliminate Discrimination for Alzheimer’s Patients
Discriminatory practice in the Medicare program affecting people with Alzheimer’s will no longer be allowed, according to a new program memorandum issued by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
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Oct 31, 2001 |
Email Bulletin |
Nationwide Survey Uncovers Barriers To Early Detection Of Alzheimer's
A recent nationwide survey reports that most people do not seek early help for Alzheimer's disease, and more than a year may pass between noticing the first signs or symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and consulting a physician.
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Mar 10, 2000 |
Article |
The Rights Of The Person With Alzheimers Disease
Every person diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or related disorders deserves these rights.
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