Comedy legend Wilder dies from Alzheimer's disease

Having trouble viewing this message? You may view it as a web page. You may also view e-news archives. To prevent mailbox filters from deleting your Alzheimer's Association email communications, please add alzheimers_enews@alz.org to your address book. August 31, 2016 Forward this email >> 24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900 Comedy legend Wilder dies from Alzheimer’s disease Gene Wilder, star of iconic films such as “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” and “Young Frankenstein,” has died at the age of 83 due to complications from Alzheimer’s disease. His family said Wilder had been ill for an undisclosed period of time but opted to keep his condition private. Post-traumatic stress disorder linked to cognitive impairment in 9/11 responders A new study published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia: Diagnosis, Assessment & Disease Monitoring of World Trade Center responders reports that post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may be associated with cognitive impairment, a link previously observed in veterans. Researchers examined the connection between PTSD and cognitive impairment among 800 responders who helped with search, rescue and cleanup efforts following the 2001 World Trade Center attacks. Nearly 13 percent of study participants had scores indicative of cognitive impairment, while 1.2 percent had scores suggesting possible dementia. Online Tools Alzheimer's Navigator Caregiver Stress Check ALZConnected Your Local Community Greater Iowa Chapter     Even a little exercise may help decrease the risk of developing dementia Seniors who get little to no exercise have a 50 percent greater risk of dementia compared with those who regularly exercise in moderate or heavy amounts, new research shows. According to the researchers, brain scans of study participants showed those who exercised were better able to withstand the effects of aging on the brain. Study participants aged 75 or older gained the most protective benefit from exercise against the onset of dementia. Your donations and support make a difference. More Resources:  Stages of Alzheimer's  |  Behaviors  |  Coping Strategies  |  Care Training The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Alzheimer's Association National Office 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601 © 2016 Alzheimer's Association. All rights reserved. www.alz.org | 800.272.3900 To change your email preferences click here.

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