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Summertime often means sunshine-time! Be sure you follow skin safety steps and know the signs of skin cancer.

For melanoma specifically, a simple way to remember the warning signs is to remember the A-B-C-D-Es of melanoma—

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Review the signs of heatstroke and what to do if you notice that you or someone else are experiencing symptoms.

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Wishing you a Happy Independence Day!

"The Alzheimer’s Prevention Diet recommends that 20% of your food intake come from healthy, good fats. Avocados are a great raw source of “good fat” for building a healthy brain and strong immune system.

Try putting raw Avocado as a topping on anything from bread to beans or just about any of your favorite foods. "

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Raw Super Foods for your Brain Health and Immune System - Alzheimer's Research & Prevention Foundation What is easier than eating raw food for a healthier brain and immune system? Read now to learn about some great foods for your health!

Preventing Alzheimer's: What Do These 3 Actions Have In Common?
- Increased Physical Activity
- Blood Pressure Control
- Cognitive Training

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Preventing Alzheimer's Disease: What Do We Know? What can you do to prevent Alzheimer’s disease? Read the latest evidence for promising prevention strategies, including physical activity, blood pressure control, and cognitive training.

Lifestyle has a profound impact on your brain health. What you eat and drink, how much you exercise, how well you sleep, the way you socialize, and how you manage stress are all critically important to your brain health.

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6 Pillars of Brain Health - Healthy Brains by Cleveland Clinic 6 Pillars of Brain Health Lifestyle has a profound impact on your brain health. What you eat and drink, how much you exercise, how well you sleep, the way you socialize, and how you manage stress are all critically important to your brain health. The Cleveland Clinic Six Pillars of Brain Health will...

From our ameriCARE family to yours, Happy Father's Day!

Everyday activities can become too difficult for older adults with Alzheimer’s or dementia.

But, like all of us, they still have the need to feel successful.

To help your older adult feel productive and successful, try these 10 simple activity ideas that have no right or wrong way to do them. Plus, they’re free or very low cost.

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10 Fun, No-Fail Activities for People with Dementia – DailyCaring Boost self-esteem & reduce agitation, anxiety, anger with no-fail activities for people with dementia. 10 fun, free activity ideas help them feel successful

As with Arthritis, reducing inflammation is key for Alzheimer’s prevention! Whole grains, like nutty quinoa, are part of the Mediterranean diet thanks to their anti-inflammatory benefits.

Curried Quinoa with Green Onion recipe: https://armagazine.com/3iU8GIz

Curried Quinoa A light curry flavor makes delicious quinoa a great side dish for a multitude of main courses.

Dementia is a general term for a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life. Memory loss is an example. Alzheimer's is the most common type of dementia.

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What Is Dementia? Get information and resources for Alzheimer's and other dementias from the Alzheimer's Association.

There are 10 warnings signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's or other dementia. If you notice any of them, don’t ignore them. Talk with your doctor. Read the 10 signs to watch out for.

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10 Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer's Get information and resources for Alzheimer's and other dementias from the Alzheimer's Association.

Worldwide, 50 million people are living with Alzheimer's and other dementias. Join the Alzheimer's Association in going purple and raising awareness this June. The more people know about Alzheimer's, the more action we inspire.

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June is Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month Show your support for the fight to end Alzheimer's by going purple, sharing your story and taking action. Together, we can make a difference!