News for Memorable Friends of the UW Initiative to End Alzheimer's

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December 2021

Thank you for supporting the fight to end Alzheimer's disease

Memorable Friends of the UW Initiative to End Alzheimer’s support cutting-edge research, progress in achieving health equity, training for the next generation of scientists and health care providers, and advances in patient care right here in Wisconsin. Thank you for being a part of the Memorable Friends community. Together, we can improve lives and build a future without Alzheimer’s disease.

Would you like to learn about making a gift to the UW Initiative to End Alzheimer’s? Steve Ramig, senior director of development, is available to answer your questions. Call him at (608) 308-5255 or email him at steve.ramig@supportuw.org.

News and Updates

Ann Brewer, UW Initiative to End Alzheimer's Board of Visitors

Why I support the UW Initiative to End Alzheimer’s

“I am honored to be a member of the UW School of Medicine and Public Health’s Initiative to End Alzheimer's Board of Visitors. Many of us on the board, including myself, have personally lived with the devastating effects of a loved one's journey through this illness. As such, I am honored to support the mission and efforts of the UW Initiative to End Alzheimer's through donations and working to enhance public awareness of the research, outreach and education conducted at the UW. There is much exciting and cutting-edge research happening right now. We hope that together we will find ways to better diagnose, prevent and treat Alzheimer's disease, and even one day find a cure.” Ann Brewer, UW Initiative to End Alzheimer’s Board of Visitors

Dr. Cynthia Carlsson appointed chair of the federal Advisory Council on Alzheimer’s Research, Care and Services

Cynthia Carlsson, MD, MS, director of the Wisconsin Alzheimer's Institute, professor, Geriatrics and Gerontology, and leader of the Wisconsin Alzheimer's Disease Research Center Clinical Core and co-leader of the Biomarker Core, will serve as the next chair of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Advisory Council on Alzheimer’s Research, Care and Services. Learn more

Sing along with the Amazing Grace Chorus®

The Amazing Grace Chorus® is a Milwaukee-based community chorus made up of people living with dementia and their caregivers. All are invited to tune in to sing along during virtual performances on December 11 and 18 at 10 a.m. CT.
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Dr. Sanjay Asthana elected to national Alzheimer's disease research committees

Sanjay Asthana, MD, director of the Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center and an internationally renowned researcher and leader in the field of Alzheimer's disease, was elected to the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC) Executive Committee and National Alzheimer's Coordinating Center (NACC) Steering Committee. His terms will run through fall 2024. Learn more

ICYMI: Memories Matter Livestream

Alzheimer's disease experts from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health recently shared insight and answered audience questions about cutting-edge research, health equity and patient care happening right here at the UW. Watch the recording

Stay Informed and Connected

Alzheimer’s disease in the Latino community
Maria Mora Pinzon, MD, MS, appeared on University Place on PBS Wisconsin and described issues that make diagnosing and treating Alzheimer’s disease challenging in the Latino community.

'Dementia Matters' podcast
Fascinating, informative interviews with local and national Alzheimer’s disease experts about the latest dementia-related headlines, prevention, research news and caregiver resources.

Participate in a study
Learn about open studies and how to be a volunteer with the Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center.

Mind Readers Book Club
Recommended reading list, upcoming events and recordings about a variety of stimulating books related to Alzheimer's disease, science, prevention and wellness.

Make a Gift to the UW Initiative to End Alzheimer's