Mayo Clinic to Host Conference for Those Who Support Alzheimer's Disease Patients

Monday, October 28, 2002

What:
Mayo Clinic invites those who care for and support Alzheimer's disease patients, or who are in any way affected by the disease or a related dementia, to attend the "Ninth Annual Mayo Alzheimer's Conference for Families, Friends and Caregivers."

When:
8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 23

Where:
Phillips Hall, first level of the Siebens Building, 10 Second Ave. S.W., Mayo Clinic downtown campus, Rochester, Minn.

Conference Highlights:
* David Knopman, M.D., Mayo Clinic neurologist and co-clinical director of the Mayo Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, will present the latest information on genetic research, early detection and diagnosis, clinical trials and treatment. * A variety of special guests and speakers, including early-stage Alzheimer's disease patients, will share their personal experiences.

How to Register:
Advanced registration is required. Those interested in further information or registering for the conference may contact Linda Freeman, Concierge Services, at 280-9066 or 877-280-9066 (toll-free). The cost of the conference is $30.

Lisa Copeland
507-284-5005 (days)
507-284-2511 (evenings)
e-mail: newsbureau@mayo.edu

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