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Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · 20h

Join MADRC team members on Tuesday, October 21st, to learn how lifestyle choices can support your mental health as you age. They’ll be presenting at the Veronica Smith Senior Center in Brighton at 11 am. #WeAreMADRC @agestrong.boston.gov

Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · 1d

Check out this FREE, virtual exercise program for people living with dementia and their caregivers starting this Thursday at 1 pm EST! bit.ly/MoveTog

Move Together: Virtual Exercise for People Living with Dementia and their Caregivers

Stay active and connected from home! MGH Institute of Health Professions, in collaboration with the MGH Dementia Care Collaborative, invite people living with dementia and their caregivers to join F...

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Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · 6d

We recently partnered with Union Capital to present: Understanding Brain Testing. Watch the recording to get the answers to questions such as: How does testing help assess changes happening in the brain? What’s involved with a brain test, & how long does it take? bit.ly/BrainTst #WeAreMADRC

Understanding Brain Testing

The Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (MADRC) partnered with Union Capital Boston to present: Understanding Brain Testing. Watch to get the answers to questions such as: * How does testing help assess changes happening in the brain? * What is involved with a brain test, and how long does it take? * What happens after the test & who gets the results? * How can someone prepare for brain testing? Presented by Dr. Catherine Munro & Dr. Dumichel Harley. Learn more about MADRC at MADRC.ORG.

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Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · 7d

October marks #LBDAwarenessMonth. Did you know that Lewy Body Dementia is the 2nd most common type of dementia after Alzheimer's disease? Learn more here: bit.ly/LBDflyer #WeAreMADRC

Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · 8d

MADRC is teaming up with the Alzheimer’s Association to present: Advances in Alzheimer’s Research & Brain Health on October 9th. We’ll be at the East Boston Senior Center from 11 am – 12 pm. Come on out and learn how to support your brain health! #WeAreMADRC

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Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · 8d

Several MADRC-affiliated researchers are exploring new avenues in the fight against Alzheimer's!

Harvard Brain Science Initiative @harvardbrainsci.bsky.social · 9d

The Harvard Gazette summarizes the current state of Alzheimer's research and profiles the research of Steven Arnold, Reisa Sperling, Ted Zwang, @sdas617.bsky.social, Bradley Hyman, and Bruce Yankner.
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Making real gains in war on Alzheimer’s — Harvard Gazette

Researchers hope new technologies, approaches usher in era of effective treatment for incurable disease amid urgency of ‘silver tsunami’

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Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · 8d

Several MADRC-affiliated staff will present at the upcoming conference for professional caregivers at St. Patrick’s Manor in Framingham on October 22nd. See flyer for details. #WeAreMADRC

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Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · 14d

Check out these two upcoming programs being hosted by the MGH Dementia Care Collaborative.

Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · 15d

How long does brain testing take? Is there anything I can do to prepare for it? Join us tonight at 6 pm via Zoom to find out! bit.ly/MADRCPN

Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · 20d

The MADRC team is out and about this #WorldAlzheimersMonth! Catch us in person or on Zoom to learn more about the innovative work underway at MADRC and how you can support research. #WeAreMADRC

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Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · 22d

FTD is the most common type of dementia for people under 60, but it is often misdiagnosed. This #FTDAwarenessWeek, take time to learn the facts. bit.ly/GetTheFactsMADRC #WeAreMADRC

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Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · 23d

MADRC is seeking proposals for research projects on Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, for one-year grants of up to $100,000. Read more here: bit.ly/2026Dev
#WeAreMADRC

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Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · 27d

Congratulations to MADRC’s Liliana Ramirez Gomez, who was presented with the Ernesto Gonzalez Award for outstanding service to the Latino community. Dr. Ramirez Gomez received the award as part of an MGB signature event celebrating #HispanicHeritageMonth.
#WeAreMADRC #WorldAlzheimersMonth

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Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · 27d

Felicitaciones a la Dra. Liliana Ramírez Gómez, de MADRC, quien recibió el Premio Ernesto González por su destacado servicio a la comunidad latina. La Dra. Ramírez Gómez recibió el premio como parte de un evento especial de MGB en celebración del #MesDeLaHerenciaHispana.

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Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · 27d

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Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · 27d

Support science on #WorldAlzheimersDay - September 21st! Take action to help advance dementia research by joining the MADRC registry. Learn more: bit.ly/RegistryMADRC
#WeAreMADRC

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Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · 27d

Support science on #WorldAlzheimersDay - September 21st! Take action to help advance dementia research by joining the MADRC registry. Learn more: bit.ly/RegistryMADRC
#WeAreMADRC

Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · 29d

El primer día del #MesDeLaHerenciaHispana es un buen momento para compartir este video de Paola Garza de MADRC, donde habla sobre la importancia de la alimentación para un cerebro saludable. Véalo aquí: bit.ly/PGnutrici%C3... #WeAreMADRC

Alimenta tu cerebro: Consejos diarios de nutrición

Paola Garza, Representante del Centro de Investigación del Alzheimer de Massachusetts General Hospital, comparte cómo una alimentación saludable puede beneficiar tu cerebro y reducir el riesgo de deme...

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Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · Sep 11

Check out the latest issue of the MADRC Messenger – our quarterly newsletter – to learn about observational studies, coming events, and how to reduce your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Read the issue here: conta.cc/4mUdM5y #WorldAlzheimersMonth

Focus on Observational Studies

Email from Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center Upcoming Events Research Highlight: Focus on Observational Studies Behind every research study is a dedicated team working to understand a

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Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · Sep 10

#WorldAlzheimersMonth is a good time to have a conversation about managing a health crisis for a loved one living with dementia. Join us on 9/16 @ 5:30 PM EST, to learn valuable tips and be well-prepared to visit the Emergency Department. Reserve your spot here: bit.ly/AcuteDCC

Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · Sep 9

Check out this upcoming 3-part series for dementia caregivers.
Register here: bit.ly/4pbAQOC

Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · Sep 3

Interested in how memory & thinking are evaluated? Find out at "Understanding Brain Testing," September 30th, at 6 PM via Zoom. We’ll explore: Different types of cognitive tests, The role of brain imaging & What happens during a memory evaluation
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Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · Aug 28

Gain valuable insights at these upcoming educational programs hosted by the Dementia Care Collaborative!
Reserve your spot: dementiacarecollaborative.org

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Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · Aug 28

Gain valuable insights at these upcoming educational programs hosted by the Dementia Care Collaborative!
Reserve your spot: dementiacarecollaborative.org

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Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · Aug 26

This #InternationalDogDay, you can help shape the future of dementia research! Join the MADRC Research Registry – a place where we collect information from folks who might want to volunteer for a study. Find out more: madrc.org/research-registry/. #WeAreMADRC

Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center @adrcmass.bsky.social · Aug 21

Cardio exercise benefits both your brain and your heart. Getting your heart pumping and breaking a light sweat for 30-60 minutes, 3-4 times a week, can reduce your risk of developing Alzheimer's disease & improve #brainhealth! Learn more: madrc.org/brain-health/ #WeAreMADRC