Caregiver News Roundup Sunday December 20, 2009
John Mills - December 20, 2009 02:06 PM
US Senate Set to Pass Healthcare Reform by Christmas – An agreement has been reached in the Senate on a healthcare reform bill and a vote is expected before Christmas. The bill is expected to be merged with the one passed by the US House of Representatives in the New Year.
Participating in Social Services Activities Can Improve Senior’s Brain Function – A new study has found that volunteer activities such as tutoring students can help improve the brain function of older individuals.
Alzheimer’s Takes A Toll on Finances as Well as Memory – Providing daily care to Alzheimer’s patients including feeding, bathing, and other basic activities is costly and takes a huge toll on the finances of the patient and their families.
Coffee, Tea May Help Prevent Diabetes – A new Australian study has found that drinking coffee and tea reduce your risk of developing Diabetes Type 2. The study reports that every cup of coffee you drink reduces the risk of diabetes by 7 percent.
Obesity, Inactivity Are Having a Negative Impact in the Fight Against Heart Disease – New information provided by the American Heart Association finds that medical technology is getting better at treating heart and cardiovascular problems. However, lack of exercise and obesity are reversing many of the gains being made in medical technology.
