News:
I recently saw a commercial on television for a product that contains Huperzine A, the Chinese product that is stirring up some controversy. I have been unable to find much about this product but I would be careful to read labels and ask qualified medical and pharmaceutical professionals before taking or giving any OTC (over the counter) products that claim they can help memory or relieve symptoms of any illness. Here is a link to a small amount of information on Huperzine A: http://www.suite101.com/article.cfm/alzh...
For our Canadian readers: Maclean's online has two recent articles of interest at this address: http://www.macleans.ca/pub-doc/2000/01/1...
Rivastigmine tartrate (Exelon®), an investigational, new generation cholinesterase inhibitor, may be effective in enhancing activities of daily living (ADLs) in patients with mild to moderately severe Alzheimer's disease. To read the full report put out by the Gerontological Society of America use the following link: http://www.pslgroup.com/dg/14985e.htm
Alzheimers.org has a link to the National Institute on Aging and their recent press releases with news and research. You can also sign up for email updates. http://www.alzheimers.org/nianews/nianew...
The Doctor's Guide to the Internet has a great page that they keep updated with current News. This page is well worth bookmarking! http://www.pslgroup.com/ALZHEIMER.HTM#Ne...
Another of my favorite Alzheimer links by Brenda Parris Sibley contains a vast listing of recent Alzheimer's news. Be sure to bookmark this page! http://www.zarcrom.com/users/yeartorem/a...
Message Boards
Message Boards are also called Forums and there are many to be found online. Some message/discussion boards are more active than others and you may have to look at a few before you find one that suits you but do give them a try. I find them to be very helpful in getting support for my illnesses and much more uplifting and helpful than my local in person group which I found to be very depressing. So give it a try, I will list a few I have found for you.
Message boards can be a wonderful way to gain knowledge, get support, find a friend, ask for help or just unwind and relax. You can be anonymous or you can tell as much as you like. You can do it at your own pace whenever you want and you don't even have to get dressed!!!
For a harried caregiver, a message board or online discussion group can be a valuable resource. I heartily recommend them.
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