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The new year is a time to reaffirm our commitments and resume our work to achieve our goals. As we begin 2017, the Alzheimer's Association is grateful for the continued support of NARFE members in our research and policy efforts to bring us closer to our vision of a world without Alzheimer's. In this issue, as we look at how both research and advocacy have a role to play in addressing the disparities in the disease's impact on women, we invite you to join us at the Alzheimer's Association Advocacy Forum in Washington, D.C., on March 27-29. This year's Forum features speakers including Alzheimer's champion Maria Shriver, co-host of NBC's "Access Hollywood" Liz Hernandez and former White House Press Secretary Mike McCurry. Early-bird registration is available until March 3.
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Alzheimer's disease falls more heavily on women than men
Experts say that distinct biological and genetic factors may shape how Alzheimer's disease progresses in women. Heather M. Snyder, Ph.D., Alzheimer's Association senior director of Medical and Scientific Relations, writes that understanding these factors could be crucial to prevention, diagnosis and treatment. Read more.
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Join hundreds of thousands of Alzheimer's advocates making a difference
Alzheimer's disease is the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States and affects millions of people. The Alzheimer's Association is working toward a time when we'll have effective treatments, preventive strategies and gold-standard care for everyone living with Alzheimer's. Join our network of advocates and take simple actions that will help influence national policy and create widespread awareness of this devastating disease.
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