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Adapting activities for those with memory loss

Winter can be an isolating time of year and that can be especially true for those with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Venturing out into the cold weather and dealing with shorter days limits the options of activities that stimulate the mind. But between indoor activities and adapting some outdoor ones, you can create engaging entertainment for all. (See an infographic from the Smith Alzheimer’s Center .) Remember, while many of these activities aim to use older memories that may still be active, don’t press someone if they remember a certain moment, person or song. The goal is to find activities
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Cardiothoracic Surgeon Cardiothoracic Surgery
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Jeffrey Christy, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgeon Cardiothoracic Surgery
619 E. Mason St. 5th Floor Springfield, IL 62701
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Encouraging vaccination: Telehealth revolution

As the winter nears, so does the annual threat of influenza. It’s the perfect time to get vaccinated against the flu. In recent years, the integration of telehealth services has revolutionized health care accessibility, and it plays a significant role in promoting and administering flu vaccinations during this critical period. Getting an influenza vaccination helps protect you, your loved ones and the community. The influenza virus can cause severe illness and even lead to hospitalization or death, particularly among vulnerable populations such as the elderly, young children, and those with
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SIU Medicine's Donor of the Year, Shipra Somani

Much of Shipra Somani’s life has been guided by the personal adage she quotes often: “If someone has good health and a good mind, they have a moral obligation to give back to people who are less fortunate.” Mrs. Somani has embodied these words by dedicating her work to being an agent of change, striving for advancements in health care while aiding and advocating for those in vulnerable situations. She accomplished this not only through her exceptional gifts as a social worker, but also through her generosity as a donor. A native of India, Mrs. Somani began her education in social work at the
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SIU Medicine's Donor of the Year, Shipra Somani

Much of Shipra Somani’s life has been guided by the personal adage she quotes often: “If someone has good health and a good mind, they have a moral obligation to give back to people who are less fortunate.” Mrs. Somani has embodied these words by dedicating her work to being an agent of change, striving for advancements in health care while aiding and advocating for those in vulnerable situations. She accomplished this not only through her exceptional gifts as a social worker, but also through her generosity as a donor. A native of India, Mrs. Somani began her education in social work at the
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SIU Medicine's Donor of the Year, Shipra Somani

Much of Shipra Somani’s life has been guided by the personal adage she quotes often: “If someone has good health and a good mind, they have a moral obligation to give back to people who are less fortunate.” Mrs. Somani has embodied these words by dedicating her work to being an agent of change, striving for advancements in health care while aiding and advocating for those in vulnerable situations. She accomplished this not only through her exceptional gifts as a social worker, but also through her generosity as a donor. A native of India, Mrs. Somani began her education in social work at the
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Alumnus shares perspective from a career of pursuing cures

Dr. Poland has been an outspoken advocate for mandatory flu shots, inspiring the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendation for all persons over the age of six months to get one.
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