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 This week we feature Hollywood celebrities and others who have suffered from Alzheimer’s disease.  They and their families have been gracious enough to make their illness public and encourage others who are experiencing this situation.  Then we know we’re not alone and are not so uncomfortable making our family member’s condition public and talking about it.
Yesterday, we mentioned Ronald Reagan and his family at Alzheimer’s Notes.  When they went public with his condition, it couldn’t have been easy for them.  However, they have helped so many people, in an area that was unrelated to his presidency, governorship, and acting career.  …read more

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 Celebrities and their families have been “going public” during the last few years when Alzheimer’s strikes them.  This illness is no longer hidden, the person sequestered where no one sees them, and families refrain from talking about it.
This week, as we pursue the theme of Celebrities & Health at the b5media Health & Wellness channel, we’ll be mentioning various celebrities and sharing how they and their families faced this disease and inspired and encouraged others.
I’m pleased that celebrities’ families like those of Ronald Reagan, Charlton Heston, Rita Hayward, Arlene Francis, and  others have come forth.  Not that we should pry …read more

Sometimes it’s good to recap, so here’s a quick roundup of my favorite Alzheimer’s Note’s posts over the past few months…
Children and Alzheimer’s Disease
Charlton Heston and Alzheimer’s Disease
Do You Believe in Restraints for Alzheimer’s Patients?
The Multiple Identities of An Alzheimer’s Caregiver.
Should We Laugh/Joke About Alzheimer’s?
So what’s your favorites?

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 We don’t find many true heroes in our world, but when they do make an appearance, they stand out above the crowd and provide inspiration.  Charlton Heston was one of these as he evolved from movie screen hero to real life hero over the years. 
His battle with Alzheimer’s, with his wife Lydia at his side, encouraged others to “come out of the closet” when encountering this disease.
Liz Lewis, my co-blogger here at Alzheimer’s Notes, provided videos of his life and his battle in her post, Charlton Heston and Alzheimer’s Disease.
Jean Murray, blogging at Small Business Bloggers, posted her thoughts on Charlton …read more