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World Alzheimer's Day is September 21

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More than 55 million people worldwide live with Alzheimer's

World Alzheimer's Day, which takes place every Sept. 21, is a global effort to raise awareness and challenge the stigma around Alzheimer's disease and other dementia. Join the Alzheimer's Association as we recognize the more than 55 million people across the world who are affected by this terrible disease. Whether you fundraise for the cause, share information about Alzheimer's or talk to a loved one about dementia, you can make a difference.

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Now we have more reasons than ever to continue the fight

This World Alzheimer's Day marks a historic era in the fight against Alzheimer's. We now have traditionally approved treatments to slow Alzheimer's in the early stages, but there is much more work to do. Day by day, we're making real progress for families facing the disease. We can't stop now. Give today to keep up the momentum. Your gift will help accelerate research and provide care and support to families facing this disease.

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1 in 3 older adults dies with Alzheimer's or another dementia. It kills more than breast cancer and prostate cancer combined. Share the facts and join the fight.

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Walk to End Alzheimer's

Register for a Walk near you to raise funds and awareness for Alzheimer's care, support and research.

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No matter your time or expertise, you can make a difference for people facing Alzheimer's and dementia.

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Tell Your Story

Post on social media and let the world know you are part of the fight to end Alzheimer’s using #ENDALZ.

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How we're working to end Alzheimer's


The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.

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Funding Global Research

We accelerate global research to discover new methods of treatment, prevention and, ultimately, a cure.

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Advocating for Change

We advocate for funding and people-first policies that propel research and address the Alzheimer’s crisis.

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Providing Local Support

We work in all communities to provide care, support and resources so that no one has to face this disease alone.

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We can't end Alzheimer's without your help

Thanks to the generous support of donors, the Alzheimer's Association is able to provide care and support to millions of people facing Alzheimer's, play a vital role in nearly every major development in Alzheimer’s research, and advocate for policies that tackle the Alzheimer's crisis.

A world without Alzheimer's and all other dementia is within reach. But we need your help to get us there.

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