Memory and Brain Wellness Center, UW Medicine, University of Washington
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Featured Stories
Exploring the COVID-19 Experience of Older Adults
The report has a particular focus on the intersection between technology and the needs of older adults with chronic, age-related conditions including dementia.
Genetic Discovery in the UW Valdmanis Lab Illuminates Ancient Origins and Mechanisms of Novel ALS Risk Factor
A new study at the intersection of genetic sequencing technology and human brain evolution reveals the workings of a repeat expansion linked to ALS risk, for the first time.
Alzheimer’s Association’s Dr. Maria Carrillo Visits Seattle to Give Updates on Dementia Research
At Town Hall Seattle's latest event in the Arno G. Motulsky Science Series, Dr. Carrillo highlighted of the most significant reports out of the recent virtual AAIC, the world's largest forum in dementia science.
Register for the 2020 UW/OHSU Huntington’s Disease Symposium
Join the Pacific Northwest HD community on Zoom for an exciting, free virtual line-up of presentations filled with information, support, and hope for HD patients and family members on Sat. Oct. 10 from 9am - 2pm.
New Lancet Commission report gives latest recommendations for preventing dementia
At AAIC 2020, an international group of researchers announced new additions to an authoritative list of dementia risk factors. Eric B. Larson, MD, MPH, ADRC Associate Director and Senior Investigator at Kaiser Permanente WA Health Research Institute gives his perspective on the growing knowledge about preventative risk factors and prevention strategies in early, mid, and later life.
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Moving with Nature
In the November Garden Discovery Walk program, explore the Northwest Stream Center and admire the beauty and detail of Pacific Northwest plants and animals. In Part 2, a nature-inspired activity invites us to move in ways that imitate the motions of nature. In 'Moving as Nature,' local dance and fitness instructor Chris Daigre leads a seated series of movements based on our natural surroundings.
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