Are you or a loved one dealing with an Alzheimer’s diagnosis? Check out this advice from the National Institute on Aging to make sure appropriate legal and financial plans are in place: Start discussions early. The rate of decline differs for each person…
Receiving an Alzheimer’s diagnosis can be difficult. These steps can help you understand what to do next: Learn about Alzheimer’s disease from reliable sources like the National Institute on Aging. Get regular medical care through appointments with your primary care doctor or specialists…
A family history of Alzheimer’s disease may mean that you are at a higher risk of developing the disease yourself. Read and share this infographic about the genetics of Alzheimer’s: Visit the NIH website to learn more about Alzheimer’s genetics.
Doctors use several methods and tools to help determine whether a person who is having memory problems has “possible Alzheimer’s dementia” (dementia may be due to another cause), “probable Alzheimer’s dementia” (no other cause for dementia can be found), or…
Doing things we enjoy gives us pleasure and adds meaning to our lives. People with Alzheimer's disease need to be active and do things they enjoy— there are ways you can help! Plan activities that the person with Alzheimer's enjoys…
An Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis can be overwhelming. Get the facts about Alzheimer’s from the National Institute on Aging on topics including: Changes in the brainSigns and symptomsWhat causes Alzheimer’sDiagnosis of Alzheimer’s diseaseParticipating in clinical trialsTreatment of Alzheimer’s diseaseSupport for families and caregivers…
Dear Friend, Thank you for being part of the fight to end Alzheimer's disease. Today, we need your help to urge Congress to support the Younger-Onset Alzheimer's Disease Act.Currently, only Americans over the age of 60 are eligible for Alzheimer's support…
Alzheimer's Webinar Series The Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline, in partnership with ACL, n4a, and the Eldercare Locator, is hosting this series to ensure professionals are knowledgeable about the impact of Alzheimer’s disease and brain health on American families, and have…
“Advances in our understanding of the role of cardiovascular risks have shown them to be closely associated with cognitive impairment and dementia. Because many cardiovascular risks are modifiable, it may be possible to maintain brain health and to prevent dementia…
Register online today! Agenda 11:30 AM Welcoming Remarks 12:30 1:00 PM The Mendelson Lecture: "Preventing Alzheimer's" Eric M. Reiman, MD Eric M. Reiman, MD, Executive Director of the Banner Alzheimer's Institute and Chief Executive Officer for Banner Research, Professor of…
