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'Putting Toward a Cure' for Alzheimer's

Summary by Waco Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by MG Montemayor, FOX 44 · June 17, 2026 · 1 min read

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WACO, Texas (FOX 44) - Continued fundraising for Alzheimer's research is critical to developing effective treatments, improving early diagnostic tools, and reducing the massive emotional and financial toll of the disease. For more information about the Putting Toward a Cure...

Why this matters in Waco

As Waco residents consider adopting a cat this month, they can turn to the Humane Society of Central Texas or the Waco Animal Shelter, both of which have numerous felines waiting for a forever home. Adopting a cat not only brings joy and companionship to the owner, but also opens up a space in the shelter for another animal in need. For Baylor University students, adopting a cat can be a great way to alleviate stress and loneliness, especially during exam periods. Additionally, families with children in the Waco ISD and Midway ISD school districts can teach their kids valuable lessons about responsibility and compassion by adopting a cat. By adopting a cat, Waco residents can experience the comfort and unconditional love that comes with cat ownership, while also supporting the local animal welfare community. This can have a positive impact on the community as a whole.

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Category: local · Published: June 17, 2026 · Source: FOX 44 · Reading time: 1 min

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'Putting Toward a Cure' for Alzheimer's

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