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    Stay up-to-date on the latest news to learn about advances in Alzheimer’s care, research and treatments in Wisconsin. Read press releases, blogs, e-News and more.

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    The Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin Chapter is available to assist with local press inquiries and questions regarding Alzheimer’s Association research, events, and initiatives. If you need additional information, photos/b-roll, or would like to interview a local staff expert, doctor, or family member for a feature or a breaking story, please contact Jessica Leising, Director of Marketing & Communications, at 414.775.7572 or jgleising@alz.org.

    2025 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures
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    2024 Wisconsin Community Impact Report [PDF]
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    WI Press Releases

    September 22, 2025 – Alzheimer's Association's Diane Milner honored with Milwaukee County Health Equity Champion's Standard Bearer Award

    August 8, 2025 – Governor Evers signs landmark bill expanding Alzheimer's family and caregiver support at Wisconsin State Capitol

    July 31, 2025 – New Alzheimer's discoveries unveiled at the 2025 Alzheimer's Association International Conference

    July 29, 2025 – A winning day for Alzheimer's awareness: over 850 volunteers gather at Brewers game

    May 27, 2025 – Bill Schroeder of the Milwaukee Brewers named Honorary Chair of 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer's® in Wisconsin

    May 12, 2025 – 2025 Wisconsin State Conference on Alzheimer's disease celebrates 45 years of dedication and hope

    April 29, 2025 – New Alzheimer’s Association report: Americans want early diagnosis, treatment, and are open to risk-taking to slow progression

    April 17, 2025 – Make a difference in your community: Volunteer opportunities open for Wisconsin's 2025 Walk To End Alzheimer's

    March 14, 2025 – Hope Is Blossoming gala raises critical funds for the Alzheimer's Association of Wisconsin

    February 13, 2025 – Alzheimer’s Association of Wisconsin names Catherine Estrampes 2025 Hope Is Blossoming gala chair

    April 25, 2024 – Jeff Levering named Honorary Chair of 2024 Walk to End Alzheimer's in Wisconsin

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    WI Media Coverage

    September 2, 2025 (Vilas County News-Review) Lindy’s Hideaway to host fourth annual Alzheimer’s fundraiser

    July 22, 2025 (Washington County Daily News) Now is time to press for policies to help fight against Alzheimer's | Amanda Day

    July 16, 2025 (Ozaukee Press) LETTER: Congress must keep funding the fight against Alzheimer's | Dave Traut

    July 12, 2025 (WJFW) 'Color Me Crazy' raises awareness for Alzheimer's disease

    July 8, 2025 (Wisconsin State Journal) Finding a cure for Alzheimer's is a bipartisan effort | Jericha Mill

    May 8, 2025 (Hartford community television) Focus on Community / Alzheimer's Association Update May 2025

    May 2, 2025 (Spectrum News 1 WI) Alzheimer's diagnoses expected to double in Wisconsin

    May 1, 2025 (FOX6) Pushing for blood tests for Alzheimer's

    May 1, 2025 (Daily Cardinal) Wisconsin Alzheimer’s advocates voice support for bill removing income requirement for Alzheimer’s assistance

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