Nurse Judith, Brain Health Equity Nurse Fellow

11/28/2025

November is Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness and National Family Caregivers Month. Alzheimer’s Disease is a progressive brain disorder that affects memory, thinking, behavior, and daily functioning. It is the most common cause of dementia among older adults. Early detection and education can greatly improve outcomes.

Caregivers often experience emotional, physical and financial strain. Supporting caregivers strengthens entire families and communities.

Alzheimer’s Awareness Month calls to expand understanding, honor caregivers, and address inequities. Through community-based education, heart-brain health promotion, and advocacy, we can advance brain health equity for all.

11/23/2025

We are excited to announce the launch of our Brain Health Habit Builder! 🧠 This free tool helps you check your current habits and create a plan to support your brain health that is backed by research and personalized just for you. Make a plan for a healthy brain today at alz.org/habitbuilder.

11/18/2025

09/22/2025

You need your brain to function and your brain needs you to function at its best.

The daily decisions you make can have an enormous impact on brain health and protect against dementia and cognitive decline. “You can influence this,” says psychiatrist Dylan Wint, MD.

Here’s how to do it:
1. Get moving
When it comes to physical activity, what’s good for your body is also good for your brain.

2. Seek out mental challenges
The phrase “use it or lose it” applies to mental muscle.

3. Eat smartly
Food is fuel for your mind, and better fuel brings better results.

4. Be social
Friends and an active social life can help you maintain your upstairs function as you age.

5. Get enough sleep
Your brain doesn’t shut down while you sleep. In fact, in some ways it’s busier than during the day.

6. Take control of your health
Chronic health conditions aren’t just tough on your body. They can also be a drain on your brain.

Making healthy decisions based on the Six Pillars of Brain Health can protect against dementia or other cognitive declines. “While there’s no absolute 100% way to prevent degenerative brain disease, you can substantially reduce your risk with lifestyle habits,” encourages Dr. Wint.

09/21/2025

Septembre 21st is world Alzheimer’s Awareness Day !

09/21/2025

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