Alzheimer’s is an escalating health crisis. More than 6 million Americans are living with the disease and over 11 million individuals are their caregivers. Tremendous gains have been made in understanding the science and basic biology underlying Alzheimer’s and other dementias. These advances are leading to great strides in strategies for prevention, detection, diagnostics and therapeutic interventions. Join us to learn more about:

– The landscape of Alzheimer’s and dementia science
– Risk factors for Alzheimer’s and all other dementia
– Highlights in early detection and diagnosis
– Recent advances in clinical trials, treatments and lifestyle interventions

Presenter Alexis Bonoff is the Community Outreach Manager and Research Champion for the Washington and Northern Idaho Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. She runs education programs, support groups and manages volunteers throughout Southeast and Central Washington from the office in the Tri-cities. Alexis also presents the updates for the latest research throughout the region.

The Alzheimer’s Assocation is a global leader in research, mobilizing the field to advance the vision of a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementias.