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The Alzheimer's Stamp Needs Your Support
(Source: Alzheimer's Daily News ) - The nationwide campaign urging the United States Postal Service to issue an Alzheimer's Semi-Postal Stamp is making steps towards success. As of July 17, 2007, both houses of the U.S. Congress have resolutions pending to further the cause.
Nintendo Wii Speeds Up Rehab Process
(Source: USA Today) - The Nintendo Wii video game system has created a buzz among physical therapists, thanks to its special controller. Waving the controller through the air results in an animated character on your TV screen reproducing your motion. Got a slice in your golf game? Your virtual Wii golfer will have one too. Patients can be sitting or standing while playing a variety of games. And if they're bowling, no worry about the weight of the ball, it's virtual.
Scientists Invited to Apply for Alzheimer's Grant Award Program
(Source: Marketwire) - The Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation (ADDF) invites scientists to apply for a grant award program. The goal of the research program is to accelerate the discovery, development and clinical evaluation of effective therapies for Alzheimer's disease.
UCI Scientists Unveil the 'Face' of a New Memory
(Source: UC Newswire) - A century-old dream of neuroscientists to visualize a memory has been fulfilled, as University of California, Irvine researchers observed images of the changes in brain cell connections following a common form of learning.
New Web Site Showcases Assisted Living
(Source: ALFA) - The Assisted Living Federation of America launched a new web site to help seniors and their families make informed decisions about senior living options. The new site, www.chooseassistedliving.org, also is a valuable tool and resource for providers who can use the online content to help educate current and prospective residents about assisted living services.
Background Checks Help Protect Seniors
(Source: ALFA) - Since 2003, nearly 5,000 people who were seeking jobs caring for seniors have been rejected after background checks uncovered criminal records or incidents of abusing persons in their care. These findings, compiled by the Senate Aging Committee, are a result of a federal pilot program being implemented in seven states.
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