Resources | Preventing Alzheimer’s Disease and Cognitive Decline |
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Join the National Institutes of Health's State-of-the-Science Conference on Preventing Alzheimer's Disease and Cognitive Decline April 26-28, 2010 Natcher Conference Center | NIH Campus | Bethesda, Maryland http://www.consensus.nih.gov Continuing education information: http://consensus.nih.gov/2010/alzcme.htm For many older adults, cognitive health and performance remain stable, with only a gradual and slight decline in short-term memory and reaction times. Others, however, progress into a more serious state of cognitive impairment or into various forms of dementia, including Alzheimer's disease. In addition to investigating the causes and potential treatments for Alzheimer's and other dementias, researchers are focused on finding ways to prevent cognitive decline. Many preventive measures for cognitive decline and for preventing Alzheimer's have been suggested, but their value in delaying the onset and/or reducing the severity of decline or disease is unclear. Be part of pivotal discussions that will help answer critical questions related preventing Alzheimer's disease and cognitive decline. The conference is free and open to the public. Your input is valuable. Please join us! Information and Registration http://consensus.nih.gov | 1-888-644-2667 Can't attend? Webcast registration: http://consensus.nih.gov/alzvideocast.htm Pre-order statement: http://consensus.nih.gov/alzstmt.htm
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| Alzheimer's Association 2010 Alzheimer's Disease Facts & Figures |
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The Alzheimer's Association 2010 Key facts about Alzheimer's disease is out. You can download the whole report here. Key facts about Alzheimer's disease
Alzheimer's disease mortality is on the rise
With a rapidly aging baby boomer population, Alzheimer's will continue to impact more lives. From 2000-2006, Alzheimer's disease deaths increased 46.1 percent, while other selected causes of death decreased. Strategic investments in other diseases have resulted in declines in deaths, and we need to see the same type of investment for Alzheimer's. View full report.  Source: Alzheimer's Association 2010 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures |
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| Visit Eye Doctor to Catch Alzheimer's Early |
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(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A new study gives seniors a reason to visit the ophthalmologist -- those with poor vision who sought help were 64 percent less likely to develop dementia. University of Michigan researchers suggest poor vision may now be a predictor of dementia and not just a symptom that comes after diagnosis. They looked at Medicare data relating to poor vision, visits to the ophthalmologist and a national study. “Our results indicate that it is important for elderly individuals with visual problems to seek medical attention so that the causes of the problems can be identified and treated," Mary A.M. Rogers, Ph.D., research assistant professor of internal medicine at the University of Michigan Medical School and research director of the Patient Safety Enhancement Program at the University of Michigan Health System and the Ann Arbor VA Medical Center, was quoted as saying. “While heart disease and cancer death rates are continuing to decline, mortality rates for Alzheimer's disease are on the rise," Dr. Rogers said. “So if we can delay the onset of dementia, we can save individuals and their families from stress, cost and burden that are associated with Alzheimer's disease." According to researchers, Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia. SOURCE: American Journal of Epidemiology, February 2010 |
| CALL FOR ENTRIES: Submit Your Short Video to the Neuro Film Festival |
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Tell your story and you could win $1500! Win Up to $1,500 in PrizesEligible entries could win up to $1,500 in prizes. You don't have to be an expert filmmaker to share your story. Learn more about contest rules and guidelines and judging criteria. DEADLINE: February 16, 2010How to Enter the Neuro Film FestivalSTEP 1: Make Your VideoMake a three to seven minute short video telling your story about someone living with a brain disorder. Be sure to use the phrase "Let's put our brains together and support brain research" in your video. A list of brain disorders can be found on TheBrainMatters.org. STEP 2: Upload to YouTube
STEP 3: Complete the Entry FormComplete the Neuro Film Festival Submission Form in order to be eligible for prizes. Make sure to have your YouTube link ready.
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| National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month |
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Let's Chat! We look forward to chatting with you soon! Kathy was honored as one of the "Hallmark Heroes with Regis Philbin" for her work on this website and the plans to build a family care home for people in the early stages of dementia, Almost Home. Watch Hallmark Video Kathy was interviewed recently by the local Fox and CBS affiliates. In the FOX segment, part of their "Inspired Living" series, Kathy talks about life as a caregiver of loved one with Alzheimer's Disease. Watch FOX Video In the CBS segment, Kathy talks about caregiving for her Dad, and why that inspired her to want to build homes for other people in the early stages of dementia. Watch CBS Video Kathy wrote an essay about caring for her Dad for the local public radio station, WFDD and read it on the air. Listen to NPR Show Here |
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Please Send us Your Pet Pictures! Registered KnowItAlz users can login and click on the Submit Pet Photo Tab and upload your furry friends! If you are not registered, click here to Register NowWe want dogs, cats, birds, lizards, ferretts, whatever you have. Show off your pet as the KnowItAlz Pet of the Week! |
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