Destigmatizing Dementia
January 18, 2016
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VIDEO: Many people live well with dementia. At the same time, misconceptions of the people they know and meet can make life harder than it
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Kirk Douglas: You Haven’t Learned How to Live Until You’ve Learned How to Give
December 30, 2015
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VIDEO + ARTICLE: Screen legend Kirk Douglas celebrated his 99th birthday. Instead of receiving gifts, he used the occasion to give one — $15 million
Lewy-Body-Dementia Website Crashes as Robin William’s Widow Speaks
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Susan Williams spent the past year learning about Lewy Body dementia and its effects on Robin William’s life. Going public last week drew so much
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September 29, 2015
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VIDEO + INFO: See how local stores and restaurants have stepped up to be welcoming and understanding to customers dealing with the day to day
60% Rise In Dementia Volunteers
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CLINICAL TRIALS VIDEO: 2015 has seen a big jump in the number of people volunteering for dementia research. Find out more about this hopeful surge
Advanced Care Planning for Dementia Approved by Medicare
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Living well with Alzheimer’s takes good planning. Fortunately, the U.S. government just approved coverage for neurologists to guide people with dementia regarding future care. Learn
Alzheimer’s International Conference
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The biggest Alzheimer’s conference of the year begins on July 18 in Washington D.C. Find out more.
“21st Century Cures Act” a Landslide Victory in Dementia
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VIDEOS + ARTICLE: The U.S. House of Representatives just passed the 21st Century Cures Act (H.R. 6), an historic piece of legislation that holds the potential
Congress Makes History with Alzheimer’s Research Boost
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Both Houses of Congress together approved huge 60% increases in America’s research to fight Alzheimer’s. Learn how the U.S. government is rolling up its sleeves
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