President and CEO Update: Alzheimer's Association This message is sent to all Alzheimer's Association and Alzheimer's Impact Movement board members, all Alzheimer's Association staff, and volunteers and supporters of AIM and the Alzheimer's Association. Last week, the Food and Drug…
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Age-related Forgetfulness: What’s Normal and What’s Not?
Mild forgetfulness is often a part of aging. What's the difference between normal, age-related forgetfulness and a serious memory problem? Serious memory problems make it hard to do everyday things like driving and shopping. Signs may include: Asking the same…
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Growing Interest, Funding in Glia Research
Glia’s time to shine in aging researchAmanda DiBattista, Program Director, Division of NeuroscienceWhen it comes to brain cells, most of us imagine neurons as the “stars of the show” controlling our thoughts and behaviors. But lately, the spotlight has shifted…
Looking Ahead with Hope to 2021
View this email in your browserHope for the New YearRichard J. Hodes, Director, NIAThe rapid development of highly effective COVID-19 vaccines is wonderful news for the world, and especially for older adults, who are among the most vulnerable to the…
Add These Healthy Behaviors to Your Routine
Cognitive health — the ability to clearly think, learn, and remember — is an important component of performing everyday activities. A growing body of scientific research suggests certain lifestyle behaviors may support your cognitive health. Consider incorporating these healthy behaviors…
Cognitive Super Agers Defy Typical Age-related Decline
Some people in their 80s, 90s, and beyond defy the common assumption that cognitive decline is a natural part of aging. These lucky people, called cognitive super agers, perform demonstrably better on memory tests, such as remembering past events or…
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Video: How does Alzheimer’s Disease Change the Brain?
Scientists continue to unravel the complex brain changes involved in the onset and progression of Alzheimer’s disease. It seems likely that changes in the brain may begin a decade or more before memory and other cognitive problems appear. This four-minute video,…
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Are you getting all four types of exercise?
Most people tend to focus on one type of exercise or activity and think they’re doing enough. Research has shown that it’s important to get all four types of exercise: endurance, strength, balance, and flexibility. Each one has different benefits.…
Help Family and Friends Understand Alzheimer’s Disease
When a loved one has Alzheimer’s disease, family members and friends may be unsure of how to react. Use the holiday season as a chance to tell them about the disease, its effects, and how to communicate with a person…
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Make Caring for Yourself a Priority in the New Year
Taking care of yourself — physically and mentally — is one of the most important things you can do as a caregiver for a person with Alzheimer’s disease. This new year, make yourself a priority and take actions to relieve…
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