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Get the facts about COVID-19
As more people isolate and turn to the internet for pandemic information, COVID-19 myths are spreading. UW Health offers a webpage that dispels some common COVID-19 internet myths. UW Health experts also address common concerns related to COVID-19, such as the importance of social distancing, the convalescent plasma program, and postponing surgeries, in a series of informative video updates.
We want to remind you to seek out health information from reputable sources. We recommend your local health department websites, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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The combination of amyloid and tau is a key driver to cognitive decline for Alzheimer's disease
Individuals with elevated levels of amyloid and tau proteins in the brain exhibited a cognitive decline rate three times faster than those with just one or none of these elevated biomarker levels, according to a study of research participants in the Wisconsin Registry for Alzheimer's Prevention (WRAP). Read more.
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Two-part podcast addresses mental health during a pandemic
"Dementia Matters" host Dr. Nathaniel Chin is using his podcast to address topics related to aging, caregiving and COVID-19. In a recent two-part series titled "Maintaining Mental Health During a Pandemic," he interviews geriatric psychiatrist Dr. Art Walaszek about the psychological and behavioral consequences of isolation.
Part 1: Consequences of Isolation & Tips to Prevent Them. Listen here
Part 2: Anxiety, Depression, Stress Management & Coping. Listen here
"Dementia Matters" has an extensive archive of podcast episodes on a wide range of topics related to Alzheimer's disease. Listen on our website, or subscribe through Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you're in Madison, tune in on the radio at 102.9 FM, WMUU-LP, Fridays at 4:00 p.m.
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Caregiver links and resources
Emergencies still happen during a pandemic, and how to prepare for them differs from non-pandemic times. The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America offers an article on Preparing for a Hospitalization during the Pandemic, and AARP has a great resource with Planning for the Unexpected.
Our community partners have a wealth of information and resources on their websites. This issue we want to highlight CALM: Tips for Caregivers from Caregivers from the Alzheimer’s & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin and Frequently Asked Questions from Families Facing Alzheimer’s During the Pandemic from the Alzheimer’s Association.
The Wisconsin Alzheimer's Institute maintains a list of helpful resources for caregivers.
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Uplifting news and links
 We want to leave you with some good news and links to brighten your day. Actor John Krasinski (Jim from "The Office") started an internet series called "Some Good News" that will be sure to make you smile. A couple of friends from Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, have inspired people all over the world to partake in a Wisconsin Badgers football tradition and "Jump Around" from home every Saturday at 3:00 p.m. Central Time. "CBS Sunday Morning" recently featured a peaceful Moment in Nature starring a black bear and her cubs.
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