You can help prevent a barrier to better Alzheimer's care

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   July 24, 2013      You can help prevent a barrier to better Alzheimer's care Half of the more than 5 million Americans with Alzheimer's disease have never received a formal diagnosis. Early and accurate diagnosis leads to better outcomes and higher quality of life for people with Alzheimer's and their families. Yet, the federal government has said there is insufficient evidence that a diagnostic test called brain amyloid imaging improves health outcomes. The decision is not final — we need you to make your voice heard if you've had firsthand experience with dementia diagnosis and care for yourself or a loved one. Make your voice heard >> Read the Association's statement >>   Self-reported memory lapses may be early Alzheimer's warning signs Among the research presented at last week's Alzheimer's Association International Conference® (AAIC®) were several studies that reported adults who detect changes in their memory may indicate the beginnings of disease-related conditions. The preliminary studies suggest that self-reports of memory lapses or cognitive issues may be early warning signs for Alzheimer's disease or another dementia. Researchers pointed out, however, that not everyone with memory lapses will develop dementia. Read the article >> See more AAIC news >>     Reminiscing about baseball helps Cardinals fans cope with Alzheimer's Participants in the Cardinals Reminiscence League have two things in common: early-stage Alzheimer's disease and a love of the St. Louis Cardinals. The group meets twice a month at the Alzheimer's Association St. Louis Chapter to talk about baseball and to share and preserve memories. Read the article >>   Caregiver resource links Alzheimer's Behaviors >> Alzheimer's Navigator >> Caregiver Stress Check >> Comfort Zone® >> Coping with Alzheimer's >>   Find a Clinical Trial >> Long-Distance Caregiving >> Music, Art and Other Therapies >> Support Groups >> Planning Ahead >> Stop by our brain gym Exercise your brain and test your skills. Solve today's puzzle >> Your monthly gift today can be something big tomorrow.     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 © 2013 Alzheimer's Association. All rights reserved. www.alz.org | 800.272.3900 To change your email preferences click here.