Fw: Our heroes take up the fight against Alzheimer's disease

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Having trouble viewing this message? You may view it as a web page. You may also view e-news archives. To prevent mailbox filters from deleting your Alzheimer's Association email communications, please add alzheimers_enews@alz.org to your address book.                   Forward to a Friend September 7, 2011      Our heroes take up the fight against Alzheimer's disease From making an annual 118-mile trek like Fred Wolfe to starting a support group for young adults like Kelly Williams, heroic individuals across the country have decided the end of Alzheimer's starts with them. In celebration of World Alzheimer's Month, read their stories and get inspired by their actions. Find out more about our heroes >>   Short-term memory loss may best predict Alzheimer's Measureable memory problems that indicate mild cognitive impairment (MCI) may more strongly predict Alzheimer's disease than biomarkers such as changes in brain volume or levels of certain proteins in cerebrospinal fluid, a new study suggests. Researchers found that two measures of delayed memory were associated with a higher risk of MCI developing into Alzheimer's. It's important to note, however, that not all cases of MCI progress to Alzheimer's. The search for Alzheimer's biomarkers remains an important research goal for detecting Alzheimer's before symptoms start. Read the article >>   Alzheimer's caregivers: Join our online community Caregiving can be time-consuming in addition to being stressful. Join other caregivers who are discussing caregiver stress, support and resources, Alzheimer's research and more in our online community. Join our online community >> Learn about respite care >> Caregiver resource links 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's >> Alzheimer's Behaviors >> Caregiver Stress Check >> Comfort Zone™ >> Coping with Alzheimer's >>   Daily Care >> Long-Distance Caregiving >> Music, Art and Other Therapies >> Support Groups >> Unpredictable Situations >> Stop by our brain gym Exercise your brain and test your skills. Solve today's puzzle >> What is Alzheimer's Disease | Know the 10 Signs of Alzheimer's | Brain Tour The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Alzheimer's Association National Office 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601 © 2011 Alzheimer's Association. All rights reserved. www.alz.org | 800.272.3900 To change your email preferences click here.