Dignity in disease

Daniel Davy (rechts) and Alzheimer's patient Byron O’Connell in New York

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Playing the piano, going for walks and doing household chores are what make Daniel in New York an everyday hero for Alzheimer's patient Byron O'Connell. Now he's making a film to encourage those dealing with the disease.

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Date 04.12.2012
Author Laura Postma, New York
Editor Kate Müser
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Author Laura Postma, New York
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