The Friday Five – World Alzheimer’s Month
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Alzheimer’s kills more people each year than breast and prostate cancer combined. Alzheimer’s is the only cause of death among the top 10 in America without a way to prevent, cure or even slow its progression. Our Friday Five is dedicated to spreading information about the disease and offering ways to raise funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research.
Remember Me
Launched in 2012, World Alzheimer’s Month is an international campaign run during the month of September to raise awareness and fight the stigma that surrounds dementia. The theme for 2017 is Remember Me and was chosen to highlight the importance of early detection and diagnosis of dementia. In a press release the Alzheimer’s Association stated that while there is no simple test to diagnose dementia, early detection can lead to affected persons being better able to cope with the progression of the condition and to introduce lifestyle changes, which are social, physical, mental and dietary.
#Dementia is not a normal part of ageing. Learn the 10 warning signs & share to raise awareness: https://t.co/lo7A83LRJ8 #WorldAlzMonth pic.twitter.com/IZ1RqcAIWb
— ADI (@AlzDisInt) September 13, 2017
GLHC’s Brian Mack Fundraises for Walk to End Alzheimer’s
The Alzheimer’s Association (@alzassociation) Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Walks are held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide. For the 12th consecutive year Brian Mack (@BFMack), Marketing and Communications Manager at Great Lakes Health Connect, will join hundreds of other advocates from around West Michigan on September 16th for the 2017 Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Millennium Park in Grand Rapids. There is still time to help Brian exceed his goal! Support this worthy cause and make your donation today.
The Longest Day
The Longest Day is a unique fundraising opportunity slated to take place each year on the summer solstice. The Longest Day is all about love for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease so participants are encouraged to select an activity they love and build their fundraising around it. The possibilities are endless and can be done individually, as part of a local group or even internationally. For more information and to start planning and publicizing an even be sure to tale advantage of all the tools and resources offered by the Alzheimer’s Association.
Shocking Facts & How to Stay Healthy
A look at some of the statistics surrounding Alzheimer’s can be disheartening. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, “one out of every three seniors dies with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia.” However, the latest research suggests that making healthy choices early on in life may help lower your risk of dementia.
Maintaining an active lifestyle & challenging your brain are simple ways that could reduce your risk of #dementia | #WorldAlzMonth pic.twitter.com/pdw5ivPOL0
— ADI (@AlzDisInt) September 13, 2017
Quiz Yourself
How much do you know about Alzheimer’s and dementia? Take a few minutes to complete this online quiz, presented by BioMed Central (@biomedcentral) about the causes, symptoms and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. With each click you’ll not only find out if your answer is correct, but you will also learn the latest about Alzheimer’s.
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