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Whats the harm in giving out my DNA results?

I recently had my DNA analyzed by 23andme, and now a friend wants to write about my results as part of a story in a popular national magazine. Normally I'd be fine with this, but I have some concerns about future insurance effects, especially considering one of the results. What, if any, is the real danger in having my name being used with my real results? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Feb 21, 2013 - 23 answers

 

I hate funerals

My grandfather's sister-in-law died and her funeral is this weekend. My family wants me to drive my grandfather down to the funeral. I would rather stick pins under my fingers. But I know I need to do this. Help me suck it up. [more inside]
posted by calcetina on Jan 2, 2013 - 57 answers

Less Expensive GPS Tracker for Dementia Parent?

Less Expensive GPS Tracker for Dementia Parent? [more inside]
posted by leahpeah on Feb 23, 2012 - 16 answers

A merry question about funerals and late-stage Alzheimer's :(

How to handle the funeral/remberance of my father, with my mother who has late-stage Alzheimer's? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 2, 2011 - 14 answers

Have antiperspirants been conclusively linked to cancer/Alzheimer's?

Is there any actual, scientific, peer-reviewed truth to the supposed link between antiperspirants and cancer/Alzheimer's? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 31, 2011 - 12 answers

Dementia and the iPad

Dementia and the iPad: I've just purchased an iPad for my parents. My mother will take to it instantly, but my father has fairly advanced dementia. I want to load the device with apps he may find engaging. Research has revealed a few lists, but I'd love some suggestions based on actual experience.
posted by aladfar on Dec 17, 2010 - 4 answers

Good long-distance gifts for Alzheimer's patient in a nursing home?

What are some long-distance things I can do to make my grandma happy? She is in a nursing home with Alzheimer's. [more inside]
posted by oblique red on Sep 16, 2010 - 10 answers

Where can we find care for my Mom with Alzheimers?

Mom's Alzheimer's has us almost to the breaking point and we're not sure where to go from here. Where can we turn? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 10, 2010 - 12 answers

What is the test for the APOE genotype that predicts Alzheimers?

My mother has alzheimers. I want to have the "APOE4" test done on myself to find out my likelihood of getting alzheimers. My doctor doesn't know much about this, and I am having trouble figuring out what test to ask for. [more inside]
posted by alcahofa on Apr 30, 2010 - 7 answers

Where to find volunteer pen-pals for elders?

Mission of Mercy Filter: How can I find sources of cheery personal mail for my lonely elder Alzheimer's patient? I live with my mother-in-law who has middle stage Alzheimer's. She does a lot of sitting and staring. She has no attention span for books or magazines or TV. She lights up for visitors, dessert, church... and personal mail. I am looking for a service that arranges (basically, one-directional) "pen-pals" for elder shut-ins. She has just enough means to assure her basic care, but not much for extras. This would have to be a volunteer service like a charity or ministry. [more inside]
posted by cross_impact on Dec 26, 2009 - 53 answers

Yes, another gift question. Sorry.

What would be a good TV show to give to a person with Alzheimer's? [more inside]
posted by Mavri on Dec 11, 2009 - 21 answers

How do I talk with a parent who can't recognize me?

How to talk and 'entertain' my mother (with Alzheimers) when she no longer recognizes me? [more inside]
posted by dbmcd on Apr 12, 2009 - 16 answers

Where are you going, Ronaldo?

Help me identify a song my grandmother with Alzheimers sings sometimes: "Where are you going Ronaldo? I go to Las Vegas"... [more inside]
posted by TimeTravelSpeed on Feb 22, 2009 - 17 answers

Are there doctors who use Methlyene blue for Alzheimer's treatment?

I'm looking for a doctor (possibly within driving distance from Detroit), who might be comfortable talking about off-label treatments for Alzheimer's. Specifically, I'd like to get some qualified, knowledgeable info about Methylene blue. Thanks everybody.
posted by anonymous on Jul 30, 2008 - 5 answers

Why did my mom's personality change?

What the heck is wrong with my mother? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Feb 20, 2008 - 23 answers

How will his liver cancer end...?

My grandfather has been diagnosed with a liver/pancreatic cancer that can't be operated on. How is this likely to play out? How do we deal with my grandmother afterwards? [more inside]
posted by twine42 on Apr 10, 2007 - 17 answers

Help me feed an alzheimer's patient well

How can I improve my grandmother's nutritional intake with super simple-to-make foods? [more inside]
posted by missed on Feb 14, 2007 - 15 answers

Indentify this play about Alzheimers

Anyone know the name of a UK television play (1980s?) about people with Alzheimers, starring real patients and actors playing the patients' younger selves. Probably with period music.
posted by Pericles on Apr 27, 2006 - 4 answers

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