Newstream.com Digest: Driving with Alzheimer's Disease, 007's New Aston Martin Vanquish, The Lanacane Chap Factor and Other Free Multimedia Content for Journalists
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How Long Can Dad Drive? The Hartford's Survey on Alzheimer's Disease
and Driving Finds Families Need Help
Most families say they are in the best position to know when a loved one with Alzheimer's disease or dementia should give up driving, according to a recent national survey sponsored by The Hartford Financial Services Group . Yet, 51 percent of those with an afflicted family member or friend say they are unsure or don't know enough to make an informed decision. Get video here.
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How Dry and Chapped Will Your Skin Get?
How can you protect your skin in winter? The new Lanacane Chap Factor(tm), which launches Nov. 1, 2002, is a key first step, as it can help determine how likely it is for skin to "chap," depending on where a person lives, his/her skin type and moisturizing habits.
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James Bond Prepares To "Die Another Day" In Style
James Bond prepares to hit the big screen this month in "Die Another Day" and he will be sure to arrive in style. The suave secret agent and his crew have done some tinkering with a very upscale Aston Martin Vanquish -- one of the most expensive and prestigious cars in the world. Who else would even think about accessorizing a $225,000 car? Only 007, of course!
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Chelsea Art Museum, New York, To Open Nov. 14, 2002
The Chelsea Art Museum (CAM), located at 556 West 22 Street at 11th Avenue, will open on Thursday, Nov. 14. The museum, in the heart of the Chelsea gallery district, occupies a completely renovated three-story brick building comprising some 30,000 square feet. A privately owned museum, open to the public, its mission is to provide a venue for art that might otherwise not be seen in New York. CAM will also be a home for the Miotte Foundation.
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When to Put the Brakes on Driving
How long is a person with Alzheimer's disease capable of driving a car? A new survey finds that while family members may be in the best position to answer that question, many people are confused about when to put the brakes on driving. Radio News Feature.
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Happily Retired
Over the next 30 years, more than 82.5 million Baby Boomers, between the ages of 38 and 55, will be heading into or approaching retirement. And as we all know, medical advances and increasing life spans mean that it is important to start planning and saving as soon as possible in order to ensure that you can enjoy your retirement and maintain your quality of life. Radio News Feature.
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Union Planters Names Andrew S. Rosen as Corporate Marketing Director
Union Planters Corporation announced the appointment of Andrew S. Rosen, 39, as Senior Vice President and Corporate Marketing Director. Rosen will lead the Corporate Marketing Division and report to John V. White, Jr., Chief Executive Officer of the Central Banking Group for Union Planters. Rosen will have corporate-wide marketing responsibilities that include market research, product development and management, market planning and advertising.
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Pavilion Appoints William J. Weyand to Board of Directors
Performance optimization software leader Pavilion Technologies Inc. today announced the appointment of William J. Weyand to the company's board of directors. Complementing the company's most profitable year in its history, this new, independent board member will provide critical leadership necessary for the company to achieve its aggressive business goals.
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