Institute on Aging- 21st Annual Colloquium
Thursday October 1, 2009, Monona Terrace, Madison, WI
Dr. Sanjay Asthana, MD, will be presenting information on Recent Advances in the Treatment and Prevention of Alzheimer’s Disease at 10:45 am. Dr. Asthana is a professor with the Department of Medicine, Section Head of Geriatrics and Gerontology, and also the Directors of the Geriatric Research, Education and Clinical Center and the Director of the Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center.
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most common neurodegenerative disorder, projected to afflict more than 14 million Americans by 2030. Currently, there is no cure. Although four FDA approved drugs temporarily improve symptoms, they do not alter the disease pathology. There is urgent need to identify novel treatment strategies that will slow the progression of AD. Dr. Asthana will discuss recent advances in diagnosing AD at the pre-clinical stages and describe emerging therapies project to favorably alter the disease pathology and symptoms.
FREE and Open to the Public. Pre-registration is required. Register ON-Line at aging.wisc.edu or call 608-262-1818.
Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk 2009
Dane County Memory Walk: Saturday, October 3, 2009
Memory Walk is the nation's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer care, support and research – and it calls on people of all ages to take action in the fight. There are 42 walks within Wisconsin. Support the Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk ‘09 by joining the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center’s team as we participate in the Dane County Memory Walk on October 3rd at Warner Park in Madison. Join our team by signing up on the Memory Walk 2009 Website (madison.kintera.org/2009/wadrc). You can also contact Amy Hawley at (608) 256-1901, ext. 11418 or at ahwaley@medicine.wisc.edu for more information on how to donate.
Be sure to stop by the W-ADRC table on October 3rd and learn more about our research!
Visit the Alzheimer's Association website for other locations/walks near you.
2009 Wisconsin ADRC November Lecture: Is it Alzheimer's Disease? The Right Questions to Ask Your Doctor
November 9, 2009, 5:00-9:00 p.m., Door Creek Church, 6602 Dominion Drive, Madison, WI
Featured presenters:
Dr. Sanjay Asthana, Director of the WCMP and Alzheimer's Disease Research Center
- Warning signs of early Alzheimer's disease
- The importance of getting a memory evaluation, and the
- Information about the new Wisconsin ADRC
Asenath La Rue, PhD, Senior Scientist, Wisconsin Alzheimer's Institute
- Healthy Brains, Healthy Aging
Dr. Cindy Carlsson, Associate Director of the Clinical Core, Wisconsin Alzheimer's Disease Research Center
- Cardiovascular risk factors for dementia
In honor of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, a free, annual educational
lecture sponsored by the Wisconsin Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (ADRC) will be held at Door Creek Church on
Madison's east side. Speakers will share valuable
information relating to the importance of recognizing changes in memory and activities in your family members, the importance of keeping your brain healthy and active, and how cardiovascular risk factors could
be a contributing risk factor for the development of Alzheimer's disease.
Attendants will have time to view special exhibits, meet the physicians and other providers before the presentation.
To receive a reminder of this event or for more details, please call us at 1-866-636-7764 or email at memory-research@medicine.wisc.edu
Driving directions can be found on the Door Creek Church website at www.doorcreekchurch.org.
HBO Documentary Films Presents “The Alzheimer’s Project”
The NIH/National Institute on Aging and HBO Documentary Films co-present a four-part documentary film series called “The Alzheimer’s Project”. NIA provided scientific and technical guidance for this public health series, which takes a look at groundbreaking scientific discoveries as well as the impact and experience of the disease on those with Alzheimer's and on their caregivers and families. The Project is presented by HBO and NIA/NIH in association with the Alzheimer’s Association, the Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund, and the Geoffrey Beene Gives Back Alzheimer’s Initiative.
The Project centers on a four-part documentary film series:
- The Memory Loss Tapes- provides an up-close and personal look at seven individuals living with Alzheimer’s
- Caregivers- highlights the sacrifices and successes of the people who experience their loved ones’ descent into dementia
- Momentum in Science- a two-part, state-of-the-science film takes viewers inside the laboratories and clinics of 24 leading scientists and physicians, revealing some of the most cutting-edge research advances
- Grandpa, Will You Remember Me?- hosted by Maria Shriver, this half-hour show captures what it means to be a child or grandchild of a person living with Alzheimer’s
The films debuted on HBO channels May 10-12, 2009. The full films are now available for free viewing on the HBO website, www.hbo.com/alzheimers. Fifteen shorter supplemental films featuring interviews with scientists involved in research and a video glossary will also be posted at the site, and visitors will find links to the NIA’s Alzheimer’s Disease Education and Referral (ADEAR) Center, the Alzheimer’s Association, and other helpful resources. A book, to be published by Public Affairs Books, was developed by the producers as a companion to The Project.
W-ADRC Presentations/Speaker Requests
The Wisconsin Alzheimer's Disease Research Center staff is available to speak to your group of caregivers, professionals, or other community members about research opportunities and findings. To discuss this opportunity, please contact the staff at 608-256-1901, ext. 11767, 1-866-MEM-PROG, or by e-mail at memory-research@medicine.wisc.edu.
UW/VA Madison Brain Bank Presentations/Speaker Requests
The UW/VA Madison Brain Bank staff are available to speak to your group of caregivers, professionals, or other community members about donation. To discuss this opportunity, please contact us at 608-256-1901, ext. 11767 or by e-mail at brainbank@medicine.wisc.edu.
