Alzheimer’s disease affects over 7 million Americans, reshaping the lives of those diagnosed as well as the families and caregivers who support them.
As cases rise — and many go undetected in early stages — a national program is working to improve how frontline healthcare workers recognize signs of cognitive decline.
Duke University nursing student Jessica Hooks is among the newest fellows in the Brain Health Equity Nurse Fellowship, a national initiative led by UsAgainstAlzheimer’s. The program trains nurses to promote brain health, educate communities about dementia risk and help connect patients with care sooner…