The Aging Brain and the Elimination of Alzheimer's Disease (Jan 31, 2022 - Jan 31, 2024)
The Aging Brain and the Elimination of Alzheimer's Disease is organized by Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis (WUSTL).
Starts On: 1/31/2022
Ends On: 1/31/2024
Objectives:
The intended result of this activity is increased knowledge/competence, and upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:
• Know the difference between memory change from normal aging and memory loss due to dementia and Alzheimer disease
• Know how to recognize common types and causes of dementia and community resources available for our patients and families, along with the latest diagnostic tests and treatments for the disease and difficult behaviors
• Know the type of research that is currently being conducted at the Washington University Knight Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (ADRC) and consider partnering with us to eliminate this disease
