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📺 Watch @RachelAlz, our senior vice president of public policy, discuss the importance of passing the bipartisan Alzheimer's Screening and Prevention (ASAP) Act. Fxn.ws/4fzZS7x
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Thank you, Jeff. I cosponsored the Alzheimer’s Screening and Prevention (ASAP) Act because this bipartisan legislation will increase accessibility to early Alzheimer’s detection and preventative screenings for Minnesotans and folks across the country – giving our family members and loved ones more time to get the treatment and support they need.
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.@alzassociation chief public policy officer @RobertEgge went to Capitol Hill today to urge Congress to improve early Alzheimer's detection and diagnosis by passing the bipartisan #ASAPAct. Add your voice: bit.ly/4kRjDXU.
“Technology is leading us to earlier detection” shares @ALZIMPACT’s Robert Egge at today’s #ASAPAct briefing on Capitol Hill. Now it’s time to support access to the tools that can help improve outcomes. #Fight4Health #EndAlz
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The #ASAPAct empowers earlier detection which provides patients, families and caregivers with an opportunity to better chart a path forward for care and treatment, and hope to improve the overall trajectory for a loved one. Congress must pass the #ASAPAct to support the #Fight4Health to #EndAlz.
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“Particularly with a progressive condition like Alzheimer’s, early diagnosis is so critical in giving caregivers an opportunity to plan for what’s ahead, and act quickly” @CaregiverAction’s Marvell Adams. #Fight4Health #EndAlz #ASAPAct
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“Preparation generates savings and the opportunity for improving Alzheimer’s diagnostics is a critical way for rural America to achieve better outcomes. The #ASAPAct is a key element to making this a reality” @NationalGrange’s Burton Eller
“Rural health has not been a diagnostics forward area due to many barriers but now that can change” notes @NationalGrange’s Burton Eller. The #ASAPAct is geared to support that change for people and families facing Alzheimer’s so they can get the care they need sooner.
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“Sky high support for the bipartisan #ASAPAct - 90% of Americans support access to diagnostic blood tests for Alzheimer’s disease” @ALZIMPACT’s Robert Egge
“Technology is leading us to earlier detection” shares @ALZIMPACT’s Robert Egge at today’s #ASAPAct briefing on Capitol Hill. Now it’s time to support access to the tools that can help improve outcomes. #Fight4Health #EndAlz
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“Rural health has not been a diagnostics forward area due to many barriers but now that can change” notes @NationalGrange’s Burton Eller. The #ASAPAct is geared to support that change for people and families facing Alzheimer’s so they can get the care they need sooner.
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“Technology is leading us to earlier detection” shares @ALZIMPACT’s Robert Egge at today’s #ASAPAct briefing on Capitol Hill. Now it’s time to support access to the tools that can help improve outcomes. #Fight4Health #EndAlz
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.@RachelAlz, @alzassociation Senior VP of Public Policy, is joining @NA4Caregiving to discuss how the bipartisan #ASAPAct can improve the caregiving experience by strengthening access to early Alzheimer's detection and diagnosis. Register for the webinar: bit.ly/4xZ1QVJ
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Earlier detection through the bipartisan #ASAPAct could change everything for family caregivers. Great to partner with @NA4Caregiving & @jason_r_DC! #ENDALZ
NEW from @ALZIMPACT's Rachel Conant & @NA4Caregiving's @jason_r_DC: what earlier detection could mean for dementia caregivers.
13M Americans care for a family member w/ Alzheimer's/dementia. The #ASAPAct would let Medicare cover blood-based screening.
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ALT Image of a caregiver hugging their family member that has dementia. In-text copy reads, "New blog. For family caregivers, earlier detection through the asap act could change everything. By Rachel Conant, Executive Director, Alzheimer’s Impact Movement, and Jason Resendez, President and CEO, National Alliance for Caregiving." The National Alliance for Caregiving's logos is included at the top of the graphic.
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.@CMSGov's Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Model, based on legislation we and our #ENDALZ advocates championed, is an invaluable tool that helps navigate dementia care and provides resources for caregivers. bit.ly/3VaOWW7
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Are you asking the right questions about new Alzheimer’s treatments? ALZ Talks has answers!
Join us for a free webinar on Sept. 24 at 3 p.m. CT where you'll get more info on today's treatments, learn about promising new advances on the horizon, and hear perspectives from Association experts and a person living in early stage Alzheimer's. Register: bit.ly/3T64s4Y
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Simple blood tests for Alzheimer’s biomarkers are here, providing an inexpensive and less-invasive tool to assist with diagnosing the disease. But not everyone should run out and get one today.
🔗 Learn more in @TIME: bit.ly/46Elx9m.
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📢 NEW: @NA4Caregiving @alzassociation & @ALZIMPACT break down the #ASAPAct's impact on caregivers.
1 in 4 caregivers care for someone with Alzheimer's/dementia. The #ASAPAct lets Medicare cover blood screening, giving families time to plan & prepare.
🔗 bit.ly/4cZCvm3
ALT Image of a family caregiver smiling with her father. In-text copy reads "Policy explainer series. Alzheimer's screening and prevention (asap) act. What it means for America's family caregivers. Read more." The logos of the National Alliance for Caregiving and Alzheimer's Impact Movement are included.
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Thank you @pfcd for hosting this discussion on the bipartisan #ASAPAct! We need Congress to get this over the finish line! #ENDALZ
.@alzassociation Chief Public Policy Officer, @RobertEgge is joining @pfcd, @CaregiverAction, and @NationalGrange on Thursday to discuss the importance of passing the bipartisan #ASAPAct in improving early Alzheimer's detection and diagnosis.
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Prevention today means better health tomorrow.
That’s why I’m proud to support preventive care policies, like the ASAP Act, as Chairman of the @waysandmeansGOP Health Subcommittee.
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Thank you Chairman @RepJasonSmith for holding last week’s markup and for your leadership in advancing the bipartisan #ASAPAct.
Today is World Alzheimer’s Day, a time to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s and dementia and recognize the millions of individuals and families impacted by these diseases.
Early detection can make a real difference. The bipartisan Alzheimer's Screening and Prevention Act, led by @VernBuchanan and recently approved by the Ways & Means Committee, would expand Medicare coverage for innovative Alzheimer’s screening, helping seniors and families get answers sooner.
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Thank you @RepNateMoran for your support in the fight to #ENDALZ!
Like many Americans, I’ve watched the terrible disease of Alzheimer’s take the mind and life of a close loved one.
It is a horrible disease, but one that we can beat. Let’s dedicate our efforts to end Alzheimer’s and to restore life to those living with it.
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