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In the News

Dementia Symptoms Often First Noticed Around the Holidays

Experts note that holiday family gatherings are a prime time to notice the early stages of dementia. Read More

Study: Good Physical Functioning Seems to Reduce Stroke Risk

Keeping active and agile may reduce your risk of having a stroke later in life, according to a new report published in the journal Neurology. Read More

Ask the Expert

Managing Holiday Stress

Expert advice on dealing with the difficult emotions and conflicting feelings that caregivers may experience particularly acutely around the holidays.Read More

Policy Update

New Poll Shows the Importance of Presidential Candidates' Stances on Alzheimer's

As the election season heats up, Americans are paying attention to the candidates' positions on caregiver issues. Read More

Widening Budget Deficit May Pose Problems for Health Care Reform

Efforts between the governor and legislators to overhaul the state's health care system have stalled in the wake of the release of higher-than-expected estimates of California's budget shortfall. Read More

On the Calendar

Information on events throughout California of interest to caregivers and their families. Read More

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