New Blog Post: Addressing Disparities in Alzheimer's Disease

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Department of Health and Human Services leadership co-authored a recent blog post, which highlighted accelerating efforts to reduce the risk of, and to treat, Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD), as well as addressing health disparities and inequities in ADRD diagnosis, care, and services.

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Webinar: Public Health and Faith II

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Wednesday, September 14

11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (CT)

This second installment of the “Public Health and Faith” webinar series will highlight the work of The Balm in Gilead, Inc. This leading national organization unites public health and faith to improve the health of communities of color. It will showcase the faith community’s partnership with the Tennessee Department of Health.

Brain Health Academy: Sleep and Dementia

The Brain Health Academy course Sleep and Dementia is now available on-demand.

The Brain Health Academy offers free, evidence-based courses for health and wellness professionals to help people reduce the risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s. Participants can earn continuing education credit offered through a partnership with the American Society on Aging.

Virtual Symposium: Early Detection of Dementia

The BOLD Public Health Center of Excellence is hosting a free virtual symposium, Public Health Action to Advance Early Detection of Dementia, from October 25 to October 27. This three-part program will have interactive workshops where participants can share dementia detection goals and efforts with peers to identify areas for collaboration and improvement.