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Rush Alzheimer's Disease Center

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The RADC is dedicated to creating knowledge to prevent, treat & live with Alzheimer's disease & other dementias through research, clinical care & education.

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Eating healthfully is a key part of healthy aging and reducing your risk for dementia. Simple adjustments can go a long way toward building a healthier eating pattern. Learn more below. #EatingWell #HealthyAging #OlderAmericansMonth

Eating healthfully is a key part of healthy aging and reducing your risk for dementia. Simple adjustments can go a long way toward building a healthier eating pattern. Learn more below. 

#EatingWell #HealthyAging #OlderAmericansMonth
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Mental health is more than absence of mental illness. It is emotional, psychological, and social well-being – all essential to your overall health. Each Friday of #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, we’ll be sharing quick tips from NIH on how you can take care of your mental health.

Mental health is more than absence of mental illness. It is emotional, psychological, and social well-being – all essential to your overall health.

Each Friday of #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, we’ll be sharing quick tips from <a href="/NIH/">NIH</a> on how you can take care of your mental health.
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This week, it’s all about healthy eating. We will prove that you can enjoy scrumptious, mouthwatering dishes while caring for your heart and brain health. We hope you enjoy these delicious recipes created by Rush. Today's recipe: rush.edu/news/creamy-da…

This week, it’s all about healthy eating. We will prove that you can enjoy scrumptious, mouthwatering dishes while caring for your heart and brain health. We hope you enjoy these delicious recipes created by Rush.

Today's recipe: rush.edu/news/creamy-da…
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June is #AlzheimersandBrainAwarenessMonth. Alzheimer’s disease may look different for everyone, but generally follows three stages. Read more below.

June is #AlzheimersandBrainAwarenessMonth.

Alzheimer’s disease may look different for everyone, but generally follows three stages. Read more below.
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The Brain Trust Caregiver Mini-Series addresses issues faced by caregivers dealing with the cognitive decline of their loved ones. A special thank you to the members of Without Warning who shared their experiences. Find this episode at thebraintrustproject.com/episode-19-the….

The Brain Trust Caregiver Mini-Series addresses issues faced by caregivers dealing with the cognitive decline of their loved ones. A special thank you to the members of Without Warning who shared their experiences.

Find this episode at thebraintrustproject.com/episode-19-the….
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Researchers believe there isn't a single cause of Alzheimer's disease. It likely develops from multiple factors, such as age, genetics, and family history. #AlzheimersAwareness #AlzheimersandBrainAwarenessMonth

Researchers believe there isn't a single cause of Alzheimer's disease. It likely develops from multiple factors, such as age, genetics, and family history.

#AlzheimersAwareness #AlzheimersandBrainAwarenessMonth
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The Brain Trust Caregiver Mini-Series addresses issues faced by caregivers dealing with the cognitive decline of their loved ones. A special thank you to the members of Without Warning who shared their experiences. Find this episode at thebraintrustproject.com/episode-20-the….

The Brain Trust Caregiver Mini-Series addresses issues faced by caregivers dealing with the cognitive decline of their loved ones. A special thank you to the members of Without Warning who shared their experiences.

Find this episode at thebraintrustproject.com/episode-20-the….
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Alzheimer's is a brain disease that causes a slow decline in memory, thinking and reasoning skills. Here are 10 warning signs and symptoms outlined by the Alzheimer's Association. If you notice any of them, don't ignore them. Schedule an appointment with your doctor as soon as possible.

Alzheimer's is a brain disease that causes a slow decline in memory, thinking and reasoning skills. Here are 10 warning signs and symptoms outlined by the <a href="/alzassociation/">Alzheimer's Association</a>.

If you notice any of them, don't ignore them. Schedule an appointment with your doctor as soon as possible.
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Community Outreach Update 📸 1, 2- Yesterday, RADC Tech Workshop at Woodson Regional Library. 3, 4- Today, Medicare Fraud Prevention Week Resource Fair at the SouthEast Atlas Regional Senior Center.

Community Outreach Update 📸

1, 2- Yesterday, RADC Tech Workshop at Woodson Regional Library.

3, 4- Today, Medicare Fraud Prevention Week Resource Fair at the SouthEast Atlas Regional Senior Center.
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For LGBTQ+ adults, fear of discrimination and a history of negative interactions with healthcare providers may be an obstacle to seeking care. Here is guidance from Alzheimer's Association on how to seek out an affirming provider. Read more at alz.org/help-support/r… #PrideMonth

For LGBTQ+ adults, fear of discrimination and a history of negative interactions with healthcare providers may be an obstacle to seeking care.

Here is guidance from <a href="/alzassociation/">Alzheimer's Association</a> on how to seek out an affirming provider. Read more at alz.org/help-support/r… 

#PrideMonth
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The Brain Trust Caregiver Mini-Series addresses issues faced by caregivers dealing with the cognitive decline of their loved ones. A special thank you to the members of Without Warning who shared their experiences. Find this episode at thebraintrustproject.com/episode-21-the….

The Brain Trust Caregiver Mini-Series addresses issues faced by caregivers dealing with the cognitive decline of their loved ones. A special thank you to the members of Without Warning who shared their experiences.

Find this episode at thebraintrustproject.com/episode-21-the….
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Alzheimer’s and related dementias are NOT a normal part of aging. Here are some things to look for when distinguishing between age-related forgetfulness and signs of dementia, according to The National Institute on Aging (NIA). #CognitiveHealth #AlzheimersAwareness #AlzheimersandBrainAwarenessMonth

Alzheimer’s and related dementias are NOT a normal part of aging. Here are some things to look for when distinguishing between age-related forgetfulness and signs of dementia, according to <a href="/NIHAging/">The National Institute on Aging (NIA)</a>.

#CognitiveHealth #AlzheimersAwareness #AlzheimersandBrainAwarenessMonth
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Alzheimer’s disease causes changes in the brain that affect a person’s memory and thinking. Learn about these changes by watching this 4-minute video: youtube.com/watch?v=hEw1Yq… #AlzheimersandBrainAwarenessMonth

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The Brain Trust Caregiver Mini-Series addresses issues faced by caregivers dealing with the cognitive decline of their loved ones. A special thank you to the members of Without Warning who shared their experiences. Find this episode at thebraintrustproject.com/episode-22-the….

The Brain Trust Caregiver Mini-Series addresses issues faced by caregivers dealing with the cognitive decline of their loved ones. A special thank you to the members of Without Warning who shared their experiences.

Find this episode at thebraintrustproject.com/episode-22-the….
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We're joining Illinois Cognitive Resources Network in celebrating June 20, #TheLongestDay, by becoming a Dementia Friend and outshining the darkness of Alzheimer’s disease. Join the movement. Become a #DementiaFriend today at ilbrainhealth.org. #AlzheimersandBrainAwarenessMonth

We're joining <a href="/BrainHealthIL/">Illinois Cognitive Resources Network</a> in celebrating June 20, #TheLongestDay, by becoming a Dementia Friend and outshining the darkness of Alzheimer’s disease.

Join the movement. Become a #DementiaFriend today at ilbrainhealth.org.

#AlzheimersandBrainAwarenessMonth
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There is no single test that can determine if a person is living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia. So what exactly do physicians consider when making an Alzheimer’s diagnosis? Read more at alz.org/alzheimers-dem… #AlzheimersandBrainAwarenessMonth

There is no single test that can determine if a person is living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia. So what exactly do physicians consider when making an Alzheimer’s diagnosis?

Read more at alz.org/alzheimers-dem…

#AlzheimersandBrainAwarenessMonth
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The Brain Trust Caregiver Mini-Series addresses issues faced by caregivers dealing with the cognitive decline of their loved ones. A special thank you to the members of Without Warning who shared their experiences. Find this episode at thebraintrustproject.com/episode-23-the….

The Brain Trust Caregiver Mini-Series addresses issues faced by caregivers dealing with the cognitive decline of their loved ones. A special thank you to the members of Without Warning who shared their experiences.

Find this episode at thebraintrustproject.com/episode-23-the….
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In addition to the Caregiver Mini-Series, The Brain Trust podcast offers insightful discussions on a range of topics including screening tools, implementation in health systems, and improving detection in underserved communities. Visit thebraintrustproject.com to learn more.

In addition to the Caregiver Mini-Series, The Brain Trust podcast offers insightful discussions on a range of topics including screening tools, implementation in health systems, and improving detection in underserved communities.

Visit thebraintrustproject.com to learn more.