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Thank you, NARFE members, for your support of the Alzheimer's Association, whose Alzheimer's Association International Conference® 2026 (AAIC®) in London and online was held earlier this month. At this premier event, the world's leading scientists, researchers, early-career investigators, clinicians and the care research community came together to share breaking discoveries in dementia science. NARFE's support of the Alzheimer's Association powers both pioneering research and important conferences like AAIC. As we deepen our understanding of Alzheimer's and other dementias, NARFE helps ensure the momentum continues. Thank you for being part of this important progress. |
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Blood test may predict Alzheimer's risk decades before symptoms appear |
A blood test that detects a protein linked to Alzheimer's disease may help predict future cognitive impairment in older adults who are currently symptom-free, according to new research presented at AAIC. The results establish the potential prognostic value of p-tau217 levels in blood to estimate a person's risk of developing problems with memory and thinking. |
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Lifestyle program improves brain health for older at-risk adults across Latin America |
Results of the Alzheimer's Association-funded Latin American Initiative for Lifestyle Intervention to Prevent Cognitive Decline (LatAm-FINGERS) reported at AAIC found that two culturally tailored lifestyle interventions improved memory, thinking and overall cognitive function in older adults at risk of dementia across 11 Latin American countries. The findings build on and reinforce the results of the U.S. POINTER study, which demonstrated that lifestyle interventions, including physical activity, healthy eating, cognitive training and social engagement, can be successfully adapted across diverse cultures, health systems and communities. |
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Plan for extreme weather and other emergencies |
The summer months can bring heat waves, fires and hurricanes. Be sure you're prepared with the supplies and strategies you'll need to help keep a person living with Alzheimer's or another dementia safe during a disaster or evacuation. |
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Eating may become a challenge as Alzheimer's progresses |
Distractions, too many choices and changes in perception, taste and smell can make eating more difficult for a person living in the middle and late stages of Alzheimer's. As the person's cognitive function declines, they may become overwhelmed or have difficulty with utensils. |
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