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Public Health Matters Ep. 5 - Forget Me Not: Brain Health 101

Public Health Matters Ep. 5 - Forget Me Not: Brain Health 101

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 In this episode, we dive into one of the most important and often misunderstood topics in public health: brain health. Our guest, Melanie, joins us to explore what brain health looks like across a lifetime, how communities in North Dakota are supporting those living with dementia, and what we can all do to protect our minds as we age.

💜 Segment Highlights:
🧠 Dementia Care Services in North Dakota – Discover a free, statewide program that helps families navigate memory loss with compassion and support.
🥦 The “Brain Health Recipe” from the US POINTER Study – Learn the lifestyle ingredients proven to reduce dementia risk at any age.
🔍 The Power of Early Diagnosis – Why knowing sooner can open doors to treatment, research, and hope.
🤝 Public Health Is a Team Sport – See how communities, caregivers, and local partners can make brain health everyone’s business. Whether you’re caring for a loved one, curious about prevention, or simply want to better understand brain health, this episode reminds us that it’s never too early — or too late — to start caring for your brain. Public Health MATTERS.

GUEST INFORMATION Melanie Gaebe, is the North Dakota Public Policy Director for the Alzheimer’s Association. She earned a Master of Arts in Political Science from American Military University while working as the policy analyst for the ND Department of Agriculture. Melanie is a member of a number of public health organizations and serves on multiple boards. In her spare time, Melanie spends her time reading, knitting, and camping when the weather allows. RESOURCES 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/alzmnnd
🐦 Twitter/X: x.com/alzmnnd
📸 Instagram: instagram.com/alzmnnd
💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/alzheimer’s-association-minnesota-north-dakota
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