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I love that the National Aphasia Association is putting out aphasia-friendly summaries of research! See a recent one from our lab here: aphasia.org/latest-resea...

Primary Progressive Aphasia Research - National Aphasia Association

Explore recent studies on Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA), including advancements in early detection, neuroimaging, and innovative interventions to

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Maya Henry @mayalhenry.bsky.social · Jul 9

You sure did. Good thing it was yummy.

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Richard Talbot @rtslt.bsky.social · Jul 1

Lovely summary of Script Club 'Rehearsing Real Life' by The Informed SLP (thank you!) alongside
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‬'s inspiring VISTA which influenced the clinical work #PPA #intervention #aphasia
www.theinformedslp.com/review/Rehea...

The Informed SLP

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Maya Henry @mayalhenry.bsky.social · May 29

I swear, less than 20 minutes before I saw this picture I said, "I hate wind. My worst fear when it comes to Austin weather is that a tree is going to fall on my house."

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Maya Henry @mayalhenry.bsky.social · May 27

We’re beyond excited to launch the first-ever ICPPA Conference—a groundbreaking event spotlighting cutting-edge research in Primary Progressive Aphasia!
Coming June 2026.
Stay tuned—more details soon! #ICPPA2026 #PPAResearch
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icppa.bsky.social @icppa.bsky.social · May 27

Did we tell you? We are running the first ever International Conference on Primary Progressive Aphasia in London 25-26th June 2026! Follow us for updates @annavolkmer.bsky.social @mayalhenry.bsky.social

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Maya Henry @mayalhenry.bsky.social · May 8

True story. Great show.

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Maya Henry @mayalhenry.bsky.social · May 2

Following last night's executive order to cease funding for NPR, there's no better time to support the stations we love. Here in Austin, KUT/KUTX needs you!
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Donate Now - KUT 90.5 and KUTX 98.9

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Alzheimer's Association @alzassociation.bsky.social · Apr 30

Alzheimer's is devastating Medicare and Medicaid. Share the facts: alz.org/facts. #AlzheimersInAmerica #ENDALZ

In 2025, Alzheimer's and other dementias will cost the country $246 billion in Medicare and Medicaid payments.

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Alzheimer's Association @alzassociation.bsky.social · Apr 17

Alzheimer’s is a global public health crisis. Defeating it will take all of us working together.

Make a difference today on #ENDALZ Day. 💜

Until MIDNIGHT TONIGHT, your gift can be matched during our ENDALZ Day 2X Match for double the impact on research and care and support ➡️ bit.ly/42kAPih

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SIG Perspectives @sigperspectives.bsky.social · Apr 7

Researchers can make their work more accessible by using aphasia-friendly summaries of their work. Check out this new #OpenAccess article for #ASHASIG2 on.asha.org/43JuRbM

A Practical Guide to Translating Scientific Publications Into Aphasia-Friendly Summaries

Purpose: Research in aphasiology is largely not accessible. Almost none of the articles published in the field's rich, over 150-year history are ...

on.asha.org

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Maya Henry @mayalhenry.bsky.social · Apr 10

I never knew!

www.kut.org/2025-04-10/a...

Why are so many places in Austin named Violet Crown?

Austin is a city with many nicknames. Some started as tourism plugs, while others come from local animals. But one in particular has been a source of inspiration for residents for more than a century.

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Dr Anna Volkmer @annavolkmer.bsky.social · Apr 9

Doing art & conversation with artist Mah Rana as part of our intensive conversation group for people with PPA & their family conversation partners, with amazing #slt2b Ruby and Elina #BetterConversationsLab #PPAawareness

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Maya Henry @mayalhenry.bsky.social · Apr 8

You came so close!! I think that still gives you bragging rights.

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Maya Henry @mayalhenry.bsky.social · Apr 8

This Friday, Saturday, or Sunday, be sure to check out Texas Immersive Institute's student-produced immersive experience right here in Moody College!
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www.texasimmersive.com/pulse

Pulse: Echoes of Humanity | Texas Immersive

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Maya Henry @mayalhenry.bsky.social · Apr 3

International Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) Awareness Day is this tomorrow! Join our NAA-sponsored webinar at 12 ET to learn about more PPA.
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International PPA Awareness Day - The National Aphasia Association

The NAA is hosting the first annual International PPA Awareness Day, US! Join the one-hour webinar to see people with PPA share their experience through photos, art, poetry and more! … Continued

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Jeanne Gallée, PhD CCC-SLP @jgallee.bsky.social · Apr 1

The inaugural international PPA Awareness Day is coming up!! We are so excited to share our webinar with you and are grateful for the National Aphasia Association’s support.

Maya Henry @mayalhenry.bsky.social · Mar 31

The inaugural International PPA Awareness Day is this Friday April 4th! Join a webinar hosted by the National Aphasia Association.
aphasia.org/event/intern...
@ppaphasiaawareness.bsky.social

International PPA Awareness Day - The National Aphasia Association

The NAA is hosting the first annual International PPA Awareness Day! Join the one-hour webinar to see people with PPA share their experience through photos, art, poetry and more! The … Continued

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Maya Henry @mayalhenry.bsky.social · Mar 31

The inaugural International PPA Awareness Day is this Friday April 4th! Join a webinar hosted by the National Aphasia Association.
aphasia.org/event/intern...
@ppaphasiaawareness.bsky.social

International PPA Awareness Day - The National Aphasia Association

The NAA is hosting the first annual International PPA Awareness Day! Join the one-hour webinar to see people with PPA share their experience through photos, art, poetry and more! The … Continued

aphasia.org

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