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    Alzheimer’s Association and Alzheimer’s Impact Movement Statement on OMB’s Proposed Rule on Federal Financial Assistance

    A proposed rule from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) could weaken the federal research system responsible for decades of progress against Alzheimer’s and other dementia. 
    July 13, 2026
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    Alzheimer’s Association Launches "PROTECT-Cog" Study to Test U.S. POINTER Lifestyle and GLP-1 or Similar Drug to Cut Risk of Cognitive Decline

    PROTECT-Cog from the Alzheimer's Association will test if combining a U.S. POINTER lifestyle with a GLP-1 can reduce the risk of cognitive decline/dementia.
    July 13, 2026
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    Lifestyle Program Improves Brain Health Among Older Adults at Risk for Dementia Across Latin America

    New research found that a culturally tailored lifestyle program improved memory, thinking & cognition in older adults at risk of dementia in Latin America.
    July 13, 2026
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    Debbie and Clay Jones Honored for Philanthropic Leadership in Alzheimer's Research

    The Alzheimer's Association honored Debbie and Clay Jones with the Jerome H. Stone Philanthropy Award for Alzheimer's Research at AAIC 2026.
    July 12, 2026
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    Eight Researchers Honored at Alzheimer’s Association International Conference

    The Alzheimer’s Association presented eight scientific awards to researchers for their achievements & contributions to the field of dementia science.
    July 12, 2026
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    Former Elite Soccer Players Show Evidence of Brain Health Changes in Mid-Life

    New research presented at AAIC 2026 provides insights into brain health among former professional soccer players, including mental health & brain structure.
    July 12, 2026

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    Speaker Bios

    Maria C. Carrillo, Ph.D.

    Chief Science Officer and Medical Affairs Lead, Alzheimer’s Association

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    Robert Egge

    Chief Public Policy Officer, Alzheimer’s Association and President, Alzheimer's Impact Movement

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    Heather M. Snyder, Ph.D.

    Senior Vice President, Medical & Scientific Operations

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