In the news
February 2, 2012
VIDEO REPORT: A closer look at Alzheimer's disease
WMTV NBC15, Rachelle Baillon - "We spoke with a local expert about Alzheimer's disease. He said genetics definitely play a role in determining whether you'll get the disease - but there are things you can do now to help manage your risk factors for later in life.
"The key things that everybody should do is have a very healthy lifestyle," said Paul Rusk, of the Alzheimer's and Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin. "That includes exercise and a healthy diet and you want to monitor your numbers carefully." "
January 22, 2012
With Alzheimer's, dementia on the rise, more family members step up as caregivers
Wisconsin State Journal, Chris Martell - While money for research is being chased, others are working to help the unpaid caregivers cope with the job they didn't sign up for, and are usually poorly equipped to handle. One such source is the Alzheimer's & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin, which provides education and support from the beginning to the end of what they call "the journey."
Alzheimer's Alliance staff Pat Wilson and Mary Reines (retired) are highlighted.
