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Memory Loss: How to Improve your Memory

September 12th, 2022
Posted By
Mary Kay Furiasse,
BSN, JD, LLM
Memory Loss: How to Improve Your Memory The difference between forgetfulness versus a sign of memory decline. Plus, how to improve your memory. Understanding the Issue A new study released in November of 2021 found it’s best to mix it up when it co… Read More
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Certain Antioxidants May Lower Dementia Risk

July 6th, 2022
Posted By
Mary Kay Furiasse,
BSN, JD, LLM
Antioxidants are a type of compound found in vegetables and fruits. They help protect your cells from a certain type of damage. Eating lots of produce can help lower your risk of heart disease and other health problems. A new study found that certain… Read More
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What’s Next Depends on the Circumstances

May 24th, 2022
Posted By
Mary Kay Furiasse,
BSN, JD, LLM
If you are the witness of behavior changes in a client or colleague, what actions should you take? The person you are concerned about “may not be the Joe I used to know.” Should you bring this up with the client or his or her family? Karlawish be… Read More
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The Need for a Diagnosis?

May 24th, 2022
Posted By
Mary Kay Furiasse,
BSN, JD, LLM
Successful families understand the need for a diagnosis (and intervention) when there is concern for safety. “[D]iagnosis and intervention are necessary to ensure the health and safety of the patient,” when the individual is not managing medicati… Read More
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When You Suspect Cognitive Impairment, Take Appropriate Action

May 24th, 2022
Posted By
Mary Kay Furiasse,
BSN, JD, LLM
When a lawyer (or investment counsel) is engaged in representing a client over time, there is an opportunity to develop a historical relationship. As a result, changes in client behavior may be observed. Something unexpected in the relationship, some… Read More
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