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health1 year ago

"Boost Brain Health: Alzheimer's Awareness Month Highlights and Initiatives"

During Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month, the Alzheimer's Association urges Americans to adopt healthy lifestyle changes to reduce the risk of Alzheimer's and dementia. Nearly 7 million Americans aged 65 and older live with Alzheimer's, with risk factors including age, education, hearing loss, smoking, depression, social isolation, and physical inactivity. The association offers tips on healthy habits, recognizing early signs, addressing memory issues, participating in research, and volunteering to combat the disease.

via Des Moines Register|
#alzheimers#alzheimers-association#brain-health
community-event1 year ago

"Pensacola's Axles for Alzheimer’s Event Raises $10,000 for Local Causes"

The 5th annual Axles for Alzheimer’s event in Pensacola raised $10,000 to support the Alzheimer’s Association and the Gulf Coast Kid’s House, aiming to bring awareness and comfort to those affected by Alzheimer’s and children facing abuse in Escambia County. The event featured a display of cars of various makes and models, with one participant, Tony Renbarger, sharing his personal connection to the cause. The funds were collected through raffles, silent auctions, and prizes, with the total amount aiding in providing resources for those dealing with Alzheimer’s and children in need.

via WEAR|
#alzheimers-association#axles-for-alzheimers#car-show
health1 year ago

"2024 Alzheimer's Association Report: Rising Cases and Care Costs Among Aging Texans and Missouri Seniors"

The 2024 Alzheimer's Association report provides new insights into Alzheimer's disease and caregivers, revealing that nearly 7 million older adults in the U.S. have Alzheimer's dementia, with the cost of care projected to reach $360 billion this year. The report also highlights concerns from health care workers, with 60% believing that the U.S. health care system is not effectively supporting patients and their families in navigating dementia care.

via WXII12 Winston-Salem|
#2024-report#alzheimers-association#caregivers
health2 years ago

Alzheimer's Association lays off six employees in Wisconsin

The Alzheimer's Association is laying off 9% of its staff nationwide, including six care and support employees in Wisconsin, citing a "challenging economic environment." The layoffs leave nine care and support employees in Wisconsin. The Alzheimer's Association estimates 120,000 people in Wisconsin have Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. The nonprofit is known for its fundraising walk-a-thons and signature purple T-shirts and is the largest nonprofit funder of Alzheimer's research, receiving more than $410 million to fund critical advancements for new treatments, preventions, and ultimately, a cure.

via Milwaukee Journal Sentinel|
#alzheimers-association#dementia-care#fundraising