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A resource for individuals who assist in coping with a debilitating condition.

Caregiver News

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ALS Care Poses a Mental Health Challenge

Depression risk is higher for caregivers than for those with the disease

The demands of caring for someone with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, put caregivers at a higher risk of depression than the person they're caring for, research has found. full story»

Caregiver-Related Illnesses and Conditions

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Drug Guide

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Medical Tests

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