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April 25, 2018
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"60 Minutes" segment chronicles a couple's Alzheimer's journey
For 10 years, Dr. Jon LaPook of CBS' "60 Minutes" has been checking in on Carol Daly, who's living with Alzheimer's, and her husband, Mike, her caregiver. After a decade, the disease has had a devastating impact on the couple. (Photo: CBS News)

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Caregivers need to pay attention to their physical and emotional health
As a caregiver for a person living with Alzheimer's disease or another dementia, you may find yourself with so many responsibilities that you neglect taking good care of yourself. But the best thing you can do for the person you're caring for is stay physically and emotionally strong.
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