Memory Sunday is a faith-based event held annually on the second Sunday in June. The purpose of Memory Sunday is to raise awareness about memory loss, Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia, in the African American/Black community. As part of Memory Sunday, faith communities incorporate education about the prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease in the African American/Black population […]
If you have a family history of Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia and are concerned about your memory, you won’t want to miss our “Let’s Talk Research Participation” information session! Join one of our 3 virtual sessions to hear from two people currently enrolled in research studies who will share their experience. You’ll also […]
Join MADRC’s own Mike Kincade and Martha Muniz for Brain Info Live on September 9th at 1:30PM ET! Brain Info Live is a FREE streaming series that provides entertaining & understandable info about brain health, Alzheimer's disease & research in the Boston area. You’ll get exercise tips with fitness guru John Lewis, learn the difference […]
Don’t miss Research Roundup on Wednesday, September 29th from 12-1:30pm EST! MADRC staff Dorene Rentz, PsyD, Gad Marshall, MD, and Steve Arnold, MD, will discuss the latest happenings in research at the Alzheimer’s Clinical & Translational Research Unit (ACTRU) and the Center of Alzheimer Research and Treatment (CART). You’ll also get an inside look at what it’s like […]
Brain Info Live is a FREE streaming series that provides entertaining & understandable info about brain health, Alzheimer's, & research to your community. The next episode is September 30th at 1:30pm EST and will feature MADRC's Communication Coordinator, Mike Kincade, interviewing Caregiver, Bernice Osborne. To access the streaming link: https://bit.ly/BILSept
Join us for Research Roundup on Wednesday, 10/27 from 12 - 1:30pm EST! Hear from experts about observational research studies & how they improve understanding of Alzheimer's disease & related dementias. Information from these studies helps enhance evaluation, diagnosis and treatments. You'll also meet current research study participants who will share their experiences and answer […]
Hosted by the Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (MADRC), these virtual information sessions are for: People concerned about their memory or with a family history of Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia Individuals who want to learn about participation in research Each of these three information sessions will feature: An overview of the different types of […]
Alzheimer’s disease brings about many complicated behaviors and symptoms. It’s important for family/friends/caregivers of those with the disease to be aware of, and prepared for, these. Join the Massachusetts Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (MADRC) for Road Map to Behavioral Management on Wednesday, November 17th at 7pm. Presenter, Juan Carlos Urizar, MD, - Brigham and Women’s […]
Research Roundup is an occasional series of virtual programs to help people better understand Alzheimer's disease and related dementia research. Each program features current research participants and experts in the field. Discussion will include explanations of how observational studies and clinical trials differ, what it's like to participate in a study and highlights of studies […]
Join Dr. Reisa Sperling, Director, BWH Center for Alzheimer Research and Treatment for, “What Are Clinical Trials and How Do I Get Involved” on Thursday, 1/20 @ 1:30PM via Brain Info Live. See flyer for details.
In celebration of Black History Month, join us for “Get Moving With Your Brain,” on Wednesday, Feb 16th at 5PM. As a follow up to our Road Map to Prevention program, we invite you to learn about healthy brain aging and dementia preventive measures, then get moving with Afro Line Dance! For more information and to […]
Join us for Road Map to Research on Wednesday, February 2nd from 7-8PM EST. Presenter, Lenore Jackson Pope - Director of Primary Care Outreach at MADRC - will discuss: The different types of research studies (clinical trials versus observational studies) The different MADRC-affiliated research centers across Mass General Brigham and how they are advancing science […]
