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Clinical Study Spotlight
Alzheimer’s Disease
6th Leading cause of death in the U.S.
– Since 2000, deaths from Alzheimer’s have increased by 89%*
5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s
*Source: Alzheimer’s Association. 2017 Facts and Figures Sheet.
Why Join a Study?
1. Receive Great Medical Attention by participating in a study, you are seen regularly, and given medical care that is monitoring all your symptoms and concerns.
2. Some New Treatments may prolong the process in Dementia patients
Alzheimer’s Disease: Not a Normal Part of Aging
A brain disorder that is irreversible and progressive. Alzheimer’s is the most common type of dementia that impacts parts of the brain that control thought, memory, and language. Dementia is not a disease, but a general term used to describe the overall decline in mental ability that affects daily living.
Scientists have identified several key Alzheimer’s brain abnormalities, including:
• Plaques- clumps of proteins, tangles- twisted strands of the protein called “tau”
• Loss of connections among brain cells
• inflammation
• eventual death of brain cells
To learn more about changes in the brain, take the Interactive Brain Tour, put together by the Alzheimer’s Association. ( www.alz.org )
©2017 Alzheimer’s Association.
All rights reserved. Illustrations by Stacy Jannis.
Making an Impact
In order to help move science forward, volunteers are needed.
Are you or someone you know experiencing memory loss? Are you or someone you know having trouble retaining information? This may be an indication of early-stage Alzheimer’s disease, which is a type of dementia that causes problems with an individual’s memory, thinking, and behavior. Consider taking part in a clinical trial that is currently enrolling to treat early-stage Alzheimer’s disease.
ActivMed is now enrolling for an Alzheimer’s Disease study at our Methuen, MA or Portsmouth, NH locations.
To qualify, participants must:
• Be between 55 and 79 years old
• Have at least 8 years of education
• Have noticed or have had a loved one notice changes in participant’s memory
• Additional Criteria may apply
Qualified candidates will receive study-related care at no cost and receive compensation for travel.
Currently enrolling for our Methuen, MA and Portsmouth, NH locations.
ActivMed has conducted over 800 Clinical Trials
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Spring is in the Air!
Caregivers
Tips for Managing Stress
Educate yourself – learn about the diagnosis and how to properly care for your loved one- as well as safety concerns
Plan – involve the person being cared for, if possible, in financial, and long-term plans. This will help relieve stress later
Stay Organized – Keep all medical and legal documents organized
Build a Support System – You are not Alone! Communicate with friends, family, and medical team. Don’t be afraid to accept help, or for others to lend a hand
Take Care of Yourself – Your health and well-being is important. Ensure that you get enough rest, exercise, and mental breaks
Resources for Caregivers
The National Alliance of Caregivers has a variety of resources to help caregivers
Contact Us
Methuen- 978-655-7155
Portsmouth- 603-319-8863
Beverly- 978-969-6897
info@activmedresearch.com
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We received a very nice “Thank You” from our friends at Salisbury Council on Aging, after our participation in the Salisbury Senior Center Winter Carnival! We played games, had a lot of laughs, and scheduled Free Medical Screenings.
We love our community partners!
BBQ & PICNIC WEATHER IS HERE!
Salads are a staple of backyard parties everywhere. Easy to make, don’t require refrigeration, and can feed a lot of people.
Try this great bean salad, loaded with a mix of Mediterranean flavors. It’s sure to become your BBQ Go-To salad.
Mediterranean Bean Salad
Yields 6 Servings
1 Can (15 oz) garbanzo beans (chickpeas)
1/2 Cup black olives
1/2 Cup green olives
1/2 Cup chopped marinated artichokesDressing:
1/4 Cup extra virgin olive oil
4 Tbsp red wine vinegar
1 cucumber, diced
1/4 Cup red onion, thinly sliced
1 Cup bell peppers, diced
1/2 Cup Feta cheese, crumbled
1 Tsp italian herbs
Thyme, oregano, rosemary
1 garlic clove
Salt and pepper
Instructions
1. Whisk dressing ingredients together. Set aside.
2. Combine the rest of the ingredients in a large salad bowl. Pour in dressing, and mix until well coated.
3. The salad will keep well, covered, in the refrigerator for a few days.
Recipe adapted from The View from Great Island
http://theviewfromgreatisland.com