Articles by "Sue Durkin"

Sue Durkin
Sue Durkin

Sue Durkin, MSN, CCRN, CCNS, is an Advanced Practice Nurse and Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist for Geriatrics at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital. Her experience includes more than 35 years in nursing in critical care, eduction, research and care for patients of all age groups. She received her master's degree in nursing from Northern Illinois University and baccalaureate in nursing from the University of Illinois. Sue is a member of the clinical team at Good Samaritan Hospital's Memory Assessment Center for cognitive disorders.

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Do I have Alzheimer’s? 
Do I have Alzheimer’s?
Was that a ‘senior moment’ or a sign of Alzheimer’s disease? An expert shares the warning signs.
5 tips to stay in shape after retirement 
5 tips to stay in shape after retirement
Keeping fit after retirement is critical for mental and physical health. Here are a few ways to boost your fitness as you age.
Sleep tips for seniors 
Sleep tips for seniors
Our sleep patterns change as we age. Read more about what causes sleep disturbances in older adults and how they can get back to a good night’s sleep.
Helping seniors spot depression 
Helping seniors spot depression
When it comes to seniors, knowing the signs of depression can help prevent it before it starts.