Illinois State

Here are five legislative moves and studies that are shifting colorectal cancer care:. 1. Beginning Jan. 1, all insured Illinois residents will have free access to all colonoscopies deemed medically necessary. On Aug. 9, Illinois' governor signed House Bill 2385, which requires insurance coverage for all colonoscopies in patients that show signs or symptoms of colon cancer or have an existing colon condition.

5 game-changing colonoscopy updates in 2024

The eyes can reveal a lot about the health of our brain. Indeed, problems with the eyes can be one of the earliest signs of cognitive decline. Our latest study shows that a loss of visual sensitivity can predict dementia 12 years before it is diagnosed. Our research was based...

Your Vision Can Predict Dementia 12 Years Before Diagnosis, Study Shows

Florida State

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Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters said he will consider more DUI patrols if voters legalize recreational marijuana use in Florida. Voters will consider Amendment 3 in November. It would allow adults 21 or older to possess, purchase or use marijuana products and marijuana accessories for non-medical purposes.

More DUI patrols possible if marijuana issue passes

Saint Louis, MO

People with multiple sclerosis (MS) are far less likely than those without the condition to have the molecular hallmarks of Alzheimer’s disease, according to new research from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. The discovery suggests a new avenue of research through which to seek Alzheimer’s treatments,...

Multiple sclerosis appears to protect against Alzheimer’s disease

Fox News

When communicating with a dementia patient, experts say it’s important to choose your language carefully and avoid certain phrases or questions. These 16 examples top the list.

Dementia warning: Don't ever say these 16 things to loved ones with the disease, experts advise

Everyday Health

Recognize early signs of dementia, like frequent falling, trouble reading, saying inappropriate things, and unusual compulsions. Learn more to understand and seek help.

10 Surprising Early Signs of Dementia

Massachusetts State

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Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

Sundowning—also known as sundowner's syndrome—occurs when dementia symptoms like confusion, agitation, distress, and confusion occur or worsen in the later afternoon or evening. While anyone with dementia can exhibit sundowning, it’s most often seen in the middle or late stages of the condition. What Does Sundowning in...

What Stage of Dementia Is Sundowning? (and How to Manage It)

Georgia State

Atlanta, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

Louisiana State

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The Lens

During my childhood, when my family visited relatives “across the river,” in Bayou Plaquemine, Bayou Goula, Caddo, the Pointe, and White Castle, my siblings and I would sometimes race up and down the levees, some distance away from the cows grazing there. At the summit of the hill, you could see the Mississippi River waters through stands of trees and brush. It never occurred to me that our “playground” was the living testimony of Black men, prisoners of the Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola whom the state of Louisiana had re-enslaved in the convict leasing system.

No longer ‘half slave, half free’

TIME

How to Prevent or Delay Dementia

Kiplinger

Financial, medical and safety preparations can ease the burden for caregivers while ensuring your loved one receives their preferred care.

How to Plan Ahead After a Loved One's Dementia Diagnosis

Philadelphia, PA

Parade

Find out what dementia experts have to say about the connection.

A New Study Says This Commonly-Prescribed Medication Could Help Lower Dementia Risk By 50%

Over the past decade, scientific research has shed light on the importance of certain vitamins in maintaining and improving our overall health. One vitamin that's gained attention for its role in brain health is vitamin D. The link between vitamin D and whole body health. Vitamin D, which can be...

How Vitamin D Sufficiency Can Decrease Your Risk Of Both Diabetes & Dementia

Chicago, IL

Knewz

Iconic civil rights leader Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr., 82, requires the assistance of a nurse and two aids as the political leader struggles to eat in his fragile state. The reverend was spotted confined to a wheelchair in a darkened restaurant at the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place during the final day of the Democratic […]

Tragic Last Days: Jesse Jackson, 82, Trapped in a Wheelchair, Struggling to Eat and Being Minded Around-The-Clock by Nurse and Two Aides

Illinois Launches Guaranteed Basic Income Pilot for Child Welfare Families. Illinois is set to launch a groundbreaking guaranteed basic income (GBI) pilot program this fall, aimed at supporting families involved in the child welfare system. The Empower Parenting with Resources (EmPwR) program will provide monthly cash payments to 400 families for a year, with no strings attached.

Illinois Launches Groundbreaking Basic Income Program for Child Welfare Families

Tupelo, MS

Mississippi News Group

Written with artificial intelligence assistance. In a significant development, the Tupelo Police Department has arrested Julia L. Brown, a 24-year-old resident of Tupelo, following a Capias Warrant issued by Lee County Circuit Court. Brown faces charges of embezzlement related to an incident reported in 2022 involving Savings Gas Station, located at 447 East Main Street.

Employee of Savings Gas Station Arrested for Embezzlement

Maine State

Sagadahoc County, ME

Lewiston, ME

The Maine Monitor

Editor’s note: This story contains references to suicide. When a bill to strengthen Maine’s yellow flag law went into effect earlier this month, Sagadahoc County Sheriff Joel Merry said he felt a sense of relief.

Law enforcement officers can now get a warrant to take someone into protective custody

It's natural to experience some cognitive decline as we age, but not all cognitive deficits are a result of dementia. There are a variety of hormonal conditions and nutrient deficiencies that can present similar symptoms. If you’re having trouble concentrating or experiencing some memory loss, don’t panic just yet—rule out...

3 Conditions That Cause Cognitive Decline (But Aren't Dementia)

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New bill will mandate Alzheimer's coverage for state employees

Governor JB Pritzker announces that Alzheimer’s treatment will be covered for state employees with state insurance. This will include dependances under the insurance. This bill mandates...

New bill will mandate Alzheimer's coverage for state employees

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