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The new U.S. Postal Service's Alzheimer's Stamp

New U.S. postage stamps often use their visibility to rally support for causes that create a more caring society. Dr. Taylor feels the new Alzheimer's stamp just adds to an already destructive stigma.

 
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Fred Ruekert with his wife.

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Fred Ruekert is part of a phase three trial to test a therapeutic antibody designed to target beta amyloid, an abnormal protein in the brain that's linked to Alzheimer's. Here's his story.

 
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An Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk

Two CBS-4 videos give an inspiring look at "Memory Walks," and how they raise funds and increase public awareness in the fight against Alzheimer's.


 
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Hal Rowe

Hal Rowe has always been a give-back kind of guy, but now he's gone and given away a kidney. He is showing the world just how much Alzheimer's patients still can help others.

 
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The Banner Alzheimer's Institute Arts Engagement Program

An innovative arts program engages patients and caregivers through exhibits and concerts.

 
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Championing people before research

Richard Taylor, Ph.D., says it's time for a change from an emphasis on the long-term search for a cure to an emphasis on the search for immediate strategies to support individuals and families struggling with dementia every day.

 
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Museum

Art and museums give us a new vision of how those with Alzheimer’s really are saying: “I’m Still Here.”

The National Arts Club invites you to a conversation with John Zeisel, Ph.D.

 
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Michelle and Jim Mueller

Jim Mueller, now 39, is just one of an estimated 500,000 Americans currently battling the daily ravages of early-onset Alzheimer's (sometimes called young-onset Alzheimer's) that strikes people in their mid-30s to mid-60s.

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Richard Taylor, Ph.D.

Richard Taylor is going on five years with Alzheimer's. He has some keen insight into how simple it is for people to help. It's all in the "Hello!"


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A Josh Howell hug

Josh Howell of Biglerville just began his "Alzheimer's Odyssey" across the country. His goal? A million hugs and a million research dollars!


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