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19

The Changing Face of Alzheimer's Research

Monday, November 19

6:30 pm

Location: Shorewood Village Center

Dr. Piero Antuono, a leading neurologist affiliated with the Medical College of Wisconsin and Froedtert Hospital, is the Director of the Dementia Research Center.  Dr. Antuono's specialty for the past forty years has been the diseases of older adults, including Alzheimer’s disease and other causes of dementia.  In this presentation, he will discuss ongoing research and how it promises to change the diagnosis and treatment of people with memory loss. His presentation will cover:

  • The relationship of longevity and lifestyle to Alzheimer’s Disease
  • Understanding the timeline of the disease
  • The use of MRI to identify those with future risk
  • The emphasis and value of today’s research studies

This presentation will be of interest to anyone wanting to learn more about the direction of research related to Alzheimer’s disease.  Please join us!

This program is sponsored by the Shorewood Dementia Awareness Work Group.