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Symphony Care Management News, Health & Wellness Newsletter. Read along to find helpful information featured in our September newsletter.
In this month's blog feature, Dementia Specialist Julia Nickrosz, CDP, shares her insights on navigating challenging transitions for individuals with dementia. Using personalized strategies grounded in Habilitation Therapy, she offers valuable guidance on how to support loved ones through difficult moves, manage behavioral changes, and create a more comfortable environment...
High-risk season is coming: Protect yourself from Covid 19 and the flu as recommended by the CDC.
CDC Recommends Updated 2024-2025 COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines for Fall/Winter Virus Season.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Kisunla (donanemab-azbt) injection for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. Treatment with Kisunla should be initiated in patients with mild cognitive impairment or mild dementia stage of disease, the population in which treatment was studied in the clinical trials…
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a significant health concern, especially for older adults and individuals with dementia. These infections can cause changes in mental status, such as increased confusion, agitation, and lethargy. Often, UTIs in those with dementia go undetected due to their inability to report symptoms or the infection being asymptomatic. This can lead to hospitalization, which we strive to prevent through education and awareness.