Restauranteur B. Smith and Husband Dan Gadsby on Life with Alzheimer’s
October/November 2017
The Benefits of Patient Registries
Data from patient registries help advance research and improve care.
Boxing with Parkinson’s Puts the Disease on the Ropes
Exercise programs incorporating boxing skills may help manage symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Here's how they work.
Planning Ahead for Emergencies Can Be Lifesaving
Make sure you're prepared when the next disaster strikes, whether it's a hurricane or the death of a caregiver.
Juggling Multiple Sclerosis and Working on Capitol Hill
Stacy Barton is chief of staff to a congressman. She also has multiple sclerosis and a daughter who is autistic. She says doing right by Chabot's constituents keeps her going.
6 Strategies for Managing Fatigue
Don't let fatigue get you down. Here are some ways you can manage it.
8 Questions to Ask Your Doctor When Moving Out of Pediatric Care
Moving from pediatric care to adult care can be tricky. Here's what to ask your doctor to facilitate the process.
6 Ways to Afford Medical Equipment
Don’t Wait to Make Backup Plans for Caregiving
Sometimes family caregivers die before their patients. Here's how to prepare for the worst-case scenario.
Why Deep Brain Stimulation May Help Many Neurologic Disorders
Researchers are studying the use of deep brain stimulation to treat Alzheimer's disease, stroke, and depression, among other disorders. Here's a look at the latest clinical trials.
Can a Bright Light or Strobe Light Cause a Seizure?
Epilepsy Research Points to Better Treatment for Seizures
As researchers focus on finding the causes of epilepsy, they are uncovering clues that may lead to more effective therapy for controlling or preventing seizures.
Writing a Book about My MS Helped Me Stay Positive
A diagnosis of multiple sclerosis sent Vincent Spoto, 58, into a brief tailspin. Then he rallied and wrote a book.
How I’m Learning to Let Go of Managing My Son’s Epilepsy
After managing her son's epilepsy for 12 years, the author finds it hard to give him his independence.
Letters to the Editor: October/November 2017