Walk to End Alzheimer's

Quote of the Day:  Researchers report that Alzheimer's disease shares many of the same risk factors as heart disease and stroke:  high blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, and body weight.
Findings indicate a healthy diet and regular exercise are good for both your heart and your head.  Staying mentally and socially active also may give your brain a boost.
from The Alzheimer's Association booklet, What's being done about Alzheimer's?

One thing that's being done about Alzheimer's and related illnesses is The Walk to End Alzheimer's. We will have the walk in Brainerd, starting at the Kiwanis Park, on Saturday, Sept. 24.  Registration starts at 9:00 a.m. Click here to register or donate. Join a team, walk as an individual, or start your own team.

In the meantime, look for all the purple around town in support of Alzheimer's research, the walk, and those we love who are afflicted.

Here's a video clip for Wrapping the town in Purple.

Question: Do you know someone who has Alzheimer's disease or dementia?