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Resources – Engaging with Tribal Leaders and Communities on Dementia, Alzheimer’s and Brain Health – Resources for Public Health

There are currently 574 federally recognized tribes in the U.S. with other tribes that have received state recognition, and still others not yet formally unrecognized. Every tribe is unique in political structure, culture, tradition, geography, size, and history. "Native Americans have a long and varied history of storytelling and culturally unique ways of communicating with ...

Webinar – Indian Country Dementia ECHO – Detection of Impaired Cognition Which has Impact on Function (Dementia): Earlier is Better!

Hosted by Indian Country ECHO. Early detection of impaired cognition can slow progression and improve function in Alzheimer’s disease and other kinds of progressive dementia, help persons living with dementia and their family to prepare and adapt, and can help find and treat conditions that can be halted or reversed or respond to specific therapeutics. ...

Research – 2022 Facts and Figures on Dementia, Mild Cognitive Impairment, and Early Diagnosis with Highlights for Native Communities

A new special report by the Alzheimer's Association talks about attitudes and barriers around mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and concerns about the workforce needed to help care for people living with dementia and their caregivers. This is part of the 2022 Facts and Figures report series. Did you know?Some older adults have more memory or ...

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