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Wisconsin Alzheimer's Disease Research Center
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Improving lives of people affected by Alzheimers & dementia | Early detection | Risk & protective factors | The center was established in 2009 with funding from the National Institute on Aging (NIA)
Learn more: adrc.wisc.edu
When memory changes begin, knowing where to turn for support can make all the difference. Sarah Gunderson, an occupational therapist, and Kari Esser, a speech-language pathologist, join #DementiaMatters to share how their specialties support those living with dementia. Listen 🎧 go.wisc.edu/q52x85
December 2, 2025 at 5:44 PM
What do COVID-19 brain fog and ophthalmology have to do with Alzheimer’s disease? Dr. Sean Miller joins #DementiaMatters to discuss his study that used retinal tissue to examine the links between COVID-19 and the build-up of amyloid in the eyes and brain. Listen 🎧 go.wisc.edu/p91gs5
November 18, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Barbara Bendlin, PhD, weighed in on the connection between gut inflammation and brain health in a recent article published by Verywell Health. Learn more: verywellhealth.com/how-gut-health-affects-memory-11828041
Want to Boost Brain Health? Focus on Your Gut
Your gut microbiome can influence your mood, memory, and stress regulation.
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November 7, 2025 at 5:19 PM
In honor of National Family Caregivers Month, dementia care specialist Teepa Snow joins #DementiaMatters to share insights and strategies for making daily interactions and care more meaningful for care partners and those living with dementia. Watch the special video episode 📺 go.wisc.edu/359q6u
November 5, 2025 at 7:44 PM
“A blood test of this kind is going to greatly expand clinicians’ ability to confirm that Alzheimer’s is present,” says Dr. Nathaniel Chin, referring to the first FDA-approved blood test to detect Alzheimer’s biomarkers: med.wisc.edu/news/alzheimers-blood-test-validated/
Alzheimer’s blood test validated with help from UW–Madison data - School of Medicine and Public Health
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October 27, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Many individuals experience feelings of loss during the dementia journey. What can those with dementia and their care partners do to navigate this unique kind of grief? Dr. Erica Srinivasan joins #DementiaMatters to share strategies for handling #grief, loss and dementia. Listen 🎧 go.wisc.edu/a2858b
October 23, 2025 at 2:31 PM
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Join us for the @wisconsinadrc.bsky.social 2025 Dr. Daniel I. Kaufer Lecture, "Lewy Body Dementia, Caregiving and Advocacy" w/ Angela Lunde, Mayo Clinic Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center & Brother John-Richard Pagan, veteran/monastic/advocate.

10/21 at 3:30-5 pm CT

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2025 Dr. Daniel I. Kaufer Lecture: Lewy Body Dementia, Caregiving and Advocacy
This year's event is designed for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD) researchers and professionals working in dementia care, including memory care providers, neuropsychologists, nurses, ...
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October 21, 2025 at 12:39 AM
With so many clinical trials in progress across the country, it can be difficult for interested research participants to know where to start. Dr. Jonathan Graff-Radford joins #DementiaMatters to discuss the ins and outs of Alzheimer's disease clinical trials. Listen 🎧 go.wisc.edu/4twd5d
October 7, 2025 at 8:06 PM
📢 ⏰ 🗣️ The 2025 Fall Community Conversation is one week from today! Free and open to all, join us on October 9 for an educational event that explores the connection between hearing loss and memory loss, and why it matters for your brain health. Learn more and register at adrc.wisc.edu/fcc2025.
October 2, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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We're just a week away from the @wisconsinadrc.bsky.social Fall Community Conversation!

Join us virtually or in person on 10/9 at 4:30 pm CT in Middleton, Wisconsin, to learn more about "Addressing Hearing Loss for Better Brain Health."

#medsky @kmueller123.bsky.social

www.adrc.wisc.edu/fcc2025
Register today! 2025 Fall Community Conversation: Addressing Hearing Loss for Better Brain Health | Alzheimer's Disease Research Center
This annual educational event, hosted by the Wisconsin Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (ADRC), is free and open to all. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the relationship between heari...
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October 1, 2025 at 9:45 PM
📰 The September/October 2025 edition of "Headlines" is out now! Stay informed with the latest news and events from the Wisconsin ADRC. Read now at go.wisc.edu/6mt11d.
September 26, 2025 at 3:56 PM
🧠👂🏽 “It’s a chance to learn something that could change the way you think about your hearing — and your mind.” — Dr. Art Walaszek
🔗 Join us on October 9 for the 2025 Fall Community Conversation. Free & open to all! Get details and register at adrc.wisc.edu/fcc2025.
September 25, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Microplastics are a growing concern in the field of environmental health, and their impact on the brain is only beginning to be understood. Dr. Matthew Campen joins #DementiaMatters to share his research on how these tiny particles accumulate in the brain and more. Listen 🎧 go.wisc.edu/s766ns
September 24, 2025 at 9:23 PM
👂🏽 🧠 We invite you to join us on October 9 for the 2025 Fall Community Conversation, where we will explore the relationship between hearing and memory loss and why it matters for brain health. Learn more and register at adrc.wisc.edu/fcc2025.
September 18, 2025 at 2:13 PM
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CCANDL in the news!!📰‼️Check out this post about our study, AD-OTC, exploring the efficacy of an over-the-counter hearing aid treatment for adults with cognitive decline in collaboration with Northwestern University.
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#Alzheimers #ADRD #hearingaids #ADRDsky
UW-Madison, Northwestern collaborative study explores benefits of hearing aids on cognitive function
MADISON, Wis. -- An associate professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is leading a clinical trial on whether over-the-counter hearing aids are actually beneficial to listeners with changings ...
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September 16, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Kimberly Mueller, PhD, CCC-SLP, a panelist at the 2025 Fall Community Conversation, appeared on WISC-TV to explain how untreated hearing loss can accelerate cognitive decline: go.wisc.edu/81lkr8
Exploring the link between hearing and brain health
Ahead of the 2025 Fall Community Conversation, Kimberly Mueller, PhD, CCC-SLP, recently joined WISC-TV to discuss how untreated hearing loss may accelerate cognitive decline.
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September 16, 2025 at 7:22 PM
How can someone with dementia or their loved one determine if they need support with decision-making? Dr. Victoria Williams joins #DementiaMatters to discuss what capacity is, how it's evaluated, the signs that someone may need an assessment and more. Listen 🎧 go.wisc.edu/uf323w
September 10, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Dr. Nathaniel Chin will be a featured speaker on Sept. 10 for this year’s National Alzheimer’s Summit presented by UsAgainstAlzheimer's. Learn more and register for FREE today at AlzSummit.org.
Us Against Alzheimers | 2025 Summit
UsAgainstAlzheimer’s is renowned for its thought leadership and rich history of uniting people to discuss the challenges and groundbreaking advancements in the prevention, detection, and treatment of ...
AlzSummit.org
September 9, 2025 at 8:48 PM
📰 The new edition of "Headlines" is out! Stay informed with the latest news and events from the Wisconsin ADRC. Read it now at go.wisc.edu/6ai7p7.
August 26, 2025 at 7:00 PM
How can meditative practices support those living with MCI? Sharon Lukert joins #DementiaMatters to discuss the benefits of mindfulness and other spiritual practices as someone living with MCI and more from her book, 'Until My Memory Fails Me.' Listen 🎧 go.wisc.edu/xqe54c
August 26, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Frontotemporal lobar degeneration (FTLD) is one of the most common causes of dementia in individuals under 60, yet it remains lesser known and misunderstood. Dr. Brad Boeve joins #DementiaMatters to discuss what FTLD is, the challenges of diagnosis and treatment and more. Listen 🎧 go.wisc.edu/jz428g
August 13, 2025 at 6:44 PM
➡️ Join us September 12 as we break down how doctors use cognitive tests and brain scans to understand changes in memory. Online via Zoom and in person at various host sites across Wisconsin, the program is free and open to all. Learn more and register at go.wisc.edu/51ax6r.
August 1, 2025 at 7:54 PM
#DementiaMatters is nominated for the 2025 People’s Choice Podcast Awards! Watch this message from Dr. Nathaniel Chin for more details, and go to www.podcastawards.com to vote for Dementia Matters now.
Vote for Dementia Matters in the 2025 Podcast Awards!
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July 31, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Technology is ubiquitous throughout modern life, but is it helping or harming our cognition? Dr. Jared Benge joins #DementiaMatters to discuss how digital technology use impacts the brain, ways it can be used to help individuals with cognitive impairment and more. Listen 🎧 go.wisc.edu/5tfn32
July 29, 2025 at 7:24 PM
📰 👀 Packed with news, events and insights, the July/August 2025 edition of “Headlines: News from the Wisconsin ADRC” is available now at go.wisc.edu/8356s6.
July 22, 2025 at 7:47 PM