This spring, don’t forget to remember those who need your support.
Read Dolores’ story to find out how your support makes a difference.
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The basics of better brain health
As research is seeking to uncover the causes of and cure for Alzheimer’s disease, it is also helping to inform us about what can be done to reduce the risk factors associated with the disease.
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Shopping list for a healthier brain - By Dr. Art Hister
March is Nutrition Month, so there’s no better time to get started on healthier eating for a healthier brain!
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Global TV National special series about Alzheimer’s disease
Global TV National will be airing a special series beginning Monday, Mar. 14 about Alzheimer’s disease.
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Research: Improving dementia treatments
The more we understand specific processes of how the complex system of the brain is altered by dementia, the closer we come to finding the causes and cure for the disease. Two B.C. scientists are aiming to advance Alzheimer’s research to improve treatment strategies.
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Free Tele-workshop - Understanding Dementia
March 24, 7 p.m.
One of the best ways family caregivers can prepare for the journey with dementia is by learning about the disease and what to expect throughout the progression. This tele-workshop provides information on the kinds of symptoms that are likely to arise and explores a variety of different approaches for meeting the challenges associated with the disease.
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World’s best coming together to address Alzheimer’s issues
Dementia leaders from around the world are coming to Canada for a landmark conference on Alzheimer’s disease.
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Scotiabank Half-Marathon & 5K
Join Team Brainrunner’s for the Scotiabank Group Charity Challenge on Sunday, June 26, 2011. Every fitness level welcome! This event is a unique opportunity for runners and walkers to help us raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, the work we do at the Society, and the importance of brain health. To date we have raised over $86,000!
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The Spring 2011 issue of Contact is now available
Included in this issue:
- Cover story: The basics of better brain health
- Healthy Brain shopping list
- Caring for parents with dementia: Dolores' story
- Improving dementia treatments
- National Brain Strategy
- Thank you for Walking!
- Spotlight: A rewarding way to a healthier brain
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