Host Meryl Comer continues her conversation with Dr. Jason Karlawish, professor of medicine, medical ethics, and neurology at the University of Pennsylvania, about the evolving
In honor of Brain Health Awareness Week, led by our partner the Dana Foundation, we are spotlighting important facts about Alzheimer’s that often go overlooked. While Alzheimer’s affects millions of families, there are still many misconceptions about what it is, who it impacts, and what you can do to reduce your risk. Understanding what’s fact (and what’s not) can make a real difference when it comes to protecting your brain health. Here are five things you might not know about Alzheimer’s and why they matter. 1. Alzheimer’s Is Not a Normal Part of Aging It’s one of the biggest myths
What happens when your carefully mapped career path collides with an Alzheimer's diagnosis — and you're only 26? In this deeply personal episode of BrainStorm
As we celebrate Black History Month and head into Women’s History Month, one thing is clear: progress in Alzheimer’s research has never happened without bold, intentional leadership. And today, some of the most powerful forces reshaping the future of brain health are Black women scientists. Two leaders whose impact stands out are Lisa L. Barnes and Jennifer J. Manly. Their work has transformed the conversation around brain health, particularly in Black communities that face a disproportionately higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease yet have historically been underrepresented in research. Dr. Barnes, the Alla V. and Solomon Jesmer Professor of Gerontology
February 23, 2026
Fifth Cohort of Brain Health Equity Nurse Fellowship to Advance Early Detection in Black and Latino Communities
Alzheimer's disease is no longer just a memory problem — it's a biological, cultural, and ethical challenge reshaping how we think about aging, identity, and
Last week, our President and COO, Russ Paulsen, joined Punchbowl News founder Anna Palmer for a powerful conversation on the importance of medical research funding in the fight to cure Alzheimer’s and other diseases. Russ also serves as Executive Director of United for Cures, a collaborative network of patient advocacy organizations working together to protect and strengthen federal research funding. Watch the full conversation here: “Cures Matter to Everybody” During their conversation, Russ emphasized why medical research funding is one of the few issues that consistently transcends party lines. “If you have a chronic disease, if you have a disease
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Russ Paulsen Named President and Chief Operating Officer of UsAgainstAlzheimer’s
