Alzheimer’s Disease

What’s the connection between Alzheimer’s and Down Syndrome?

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A message from the National Institute on Aging… Many, but not all, people with Down syndrome develop Alzheimer’s disease when they get older. Scientists are conducting basic studies, biomarker studies, and clinical trials to better understand why some people with Down syndrome develop dementia while others do not, measure cognitive and biological changes, and develop […]

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Alzheimer’s and Dementia in Libraries: How we Support Patrons and their Care Partners

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The following information was provided by Jill Skwerski, Community Engagement Librarian at the Evanston Public Library:   Please join us for the next Community Engagement Networking Group meeting, to be held Thursday, November 8, 9:30-11:30am at the Naperville Public Library, 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr., Room C. Dr. Raj Shah, Rush Alzheimer’s Disease

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What are biomarkers and how do they help detect dementia?

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From the National Institute on Aging: Biomarkers are measures of what is happening inside the living body, shown by the results of laboratory and imaging tests. Biomarkers can help doctors and scientists diagnose diseases and health conditions, find health risks in a person, monitor responses to treatment, and see how a person’s disease or health

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Caring of Caregivers Organically (CoCO): Health Study for Latinas Caring for Family Members with Alzheimer’s Disease or Dementia

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When an individual faces Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia (ADRD), those who assume caregiver roles are also affected in the trajectory of providing care. Consequently, it is crucial to also consider the caregiver’s health and well-being as they may forgo their own health to maintain the health and well-being of their loved one with ADRD.

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Inform the National Participation Strategy in Alzheimer’s Research

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As part of the National Plan to Address Alzheimer’s Disease, studies are being funded to test treatments, interventions and services for people with Alzheimer’s and their families. Yet, efforts to engage participants in this research are not on pace with the need of volunteers. This is a leading challenge in our progress.  Your ideas are

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Latino Health Disparities in Alzheimer’s

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April is Minority Health Month. It is an important opportunity to highlight health disparities in Alzheimer’s among Latinos and to engage Latinos on brain health, policy advocacy, and movement building. The Latino US Against Alzheimer’s Coalition published “Promoting Brain Health Equity During Minority Health Month” to outline the five key ways (see below) that community members can

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The National Research Summit on Care, Services and Supports for Persons with Dementia and Their Caregivers

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The National Research Summit on Care, Services and Supports for Persons with Dementia and Their Caregivers is a two-day meeting of researchers, service providers, persons with dementia, family caregivers, and other stakeholder groups. It will be held October 16-17, 2017, at the Natcher Building’s Ruth L. Kirschstein Auditorium of the NIH in Bethesda, Maryland. NIA’s Division of Behavioral

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