Category: Down syndrome

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Aging, Alzheimer's Association, Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Down syndrome, Health, Research, science, Uncategorized, Washington State

Alzheimer’s and Type 1 Diabetes: Q&A with Dr. Luciana Mascarenhas Fonseca

Dr. Luciana Mascarenhas Fonseca received funding from the Alzheimer’s Association Research Fellowship to Promote Diversity Program for her project, “Alzheimer’s disease biomarkers, vascular risk factors and cognitive variability in aging adults with Type 1 diabetes.” Here, we ask her some questions about her background and the important research she’s currently undertaking. Tell us a little about yourself. How did you first become involved in Alzheimer’s … Continue reading Alzheimer’s and Type 1 Diabetes: Q&A with Dr. Luciana Mascarenhas Fonseca

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Alzheimer's Association, Alzheimer's Disease, Broadway, Down syndrome, family, Walk to End Alzheimer's, Washington, Washington State, Younger Onset Alzheimer's Disease

Two Million Reasons: Dave’s Divas

Editor’s Note: “This story was originally published in 2017. Since then, Roxzan and her team, Dave’s Divas, have continued their Walk to End Alzheimer’s streak. This year, Krisie from Dave’s Divas participated in the Walk in St. Joseph, Michigan. In total, Dave’s Divas have participated in 38 Walks since 2012, raising over $23,000.”  “We try to make as many people aware of the fight to … Continue reading Two Million Reasons: Dave’s Divas

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Alzheimer's Association, Alzheimer's Disease, caregiving, Dementia, Down syndrome, family, Uncategorized

Marian and Bunky: Caregiving across the miles

  Growing up, Marian Allen was bright and bubbly. She had a love for Elvis Presley, holding babies and traveling. She went out of her way to introduce herself to people, and was always a big fan of hugs. Marian has Down syndrome, and a few years ago, she was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. Her older sister Bunky is her long-distance caregiver. Bunky has lived … Continue reading Marian and Bunky: Caregiving across the miles

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Two people with Down syndrome
Alzheimer's Association, Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Down syndrome, Memory Loss, Seattle, Uncategorized

Caring for someone with Down syndrome and dementia? Now there’s a support group just for you

By Alison Koop If someone you love lives with Down syndrome, you may already know that they’re at an increased risk for developing dementia. Maybe your child, sibling or friend has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and you’re having to adjust to a new normal. Perhaps you’ve noticed changes in their memory, abilities or behavior that concern or puzzle you. You don’t have to travel … Continue reading Caring for someone with Down syndrome and dementia? Now there’s a support group just for you

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