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Julie Christie wins Golden Globe for "Away From Her"

Alzheimer News 1/14/2008 | Alzheimer's Association

January 13, 2008
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“Away from Her” earns two Oscar nods

January 22, 2008 | Alzheimer's Association

January 21, 2008
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Alzheimer advocate competes for Miss America crown

Alzheimer News 1/24/2008 | Alzheimer's Association

January 23, 2008
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Alzheimer's Association response to president’s Fiscal Year 2009 budget proposal

Alzheimer News 2/4/2008 | Alzheimer's Association

February 3, 2008
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New survey shows African-Americans are concerned with heart health but unaware of link to brain health

Alzheimer News 2/12/2008 | Alzheimer's Association

February 11, 2008
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Seniors eligible for $300 tax rebate checks

Alzheimer News 2/15/2008 | Alzheimer's Association

February 14, 2008
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Where do your representatives and senators stand on healthcare issues?

Alzheimer News 3/4/2008 | Alzheimer's Association

March 3, 2008
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Alzheimer's Association continues Champions consumer awareness campaign with new ads

Alzheimer News 03/17/2008 | Alzheimer's Association

March 16, 2008
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Alzheimer’s Association calls on presidential candidates to address looming epidemic At the grassroots level

Alzheimer News 03/18/2008 | Alzheimer's Association

March 17, 2008
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10 million U.S. baby boomers will develop Alzheimer's disease

Alzheimer News 3/18/2008 | Alzheimer's Association

March 17, 2008
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Alzheimer's Association statement on release of Medicare Trustee Report

Alzheimer News 3/25/2008 | Alzheimer's Association

March 24, 2008
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Charlton Heston 1924-2008

Alzheimer News 4/7/2008 | Alzheimer's Association

April 6, 2008
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The Alzheimer's Association is proud to win 2008 Caregiver Friendly Award

Alzheimer News 4/11/2008 | Alzheimer's Association

April 10, 2008
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Two dozen new celebrities join the Alzheimer’s Association Champion awareness campaignBecome an Alzheimer’s Champion: Alzheimer’s: An escalating epidemic Hope on the horizon

Alzheimer News 4/21/2008 | Alzheimer's Association

April 20, 2008
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Senate Special Committee Hearing on Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer News 5/13/2008 | Alzheimer's Association

May 13, 2008
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"Diminished Capacity" sheds light on Alzheimer'sGet a sneak peek of the novel's first two chapters Last page of book features Association ad

Alzheimer News 6/10/2008 | Alzheimer's Association

June 9, 2008
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Alzheimer’s disease supersedes diabetes as sixth leading cause of death in the United States

Alzheimer News 6/12/2008 | Alzheimer's Association

June 11, 2008
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Alzheimer’s Association Statement Phase III Results for Tarenflurbil (Flurizan)

Alzheimer News 6/30/2008 | Alzheimer's Association

June 29, 2008
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Alzheimer's Association Statement on Silver AlertThe Alzheimer's Association MedicAlert® + Alzheimer's Association Safe Return® Program

Alzheimer News 7/15/2008 | Alzheimer's Association

July 14, 2008
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Alzheimer's Association statement on a newly published study of Etanercept (Enbrel) for Alzheimer'sThe epidemic of Alzheimer's, and improving therapies and prevention

Alzheimer News 7/21/2008 | Alzheimer's Association

July 20, 2008
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Stigma cited as top concern for people living with Alzheimer's disease

Alzheimer News 08/26/08 | Alzheimer's Association

August 25, 2008
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Memory Walk goes to Iraq

Alzheimer News 8/29/2008 | Alzheimer's Association

August 28, 2008
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Alzheimer's Association holiday cards showcase work of artists living with the disease

September 17, 2008 | Alzheimer's Association

September 16, 2008
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New study shows cognitive and social activity in midlife may reduce dementia risk in men

Alzheimer News 9/22/2008 | Alzheimer's Association

September 21, 2008
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Founding Association member Katzman dies

Alzheimer News 9/29/2008 | Alzheimer's Association

September 28, 2008
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Husband seeks votes for Alzheimer's Disease: Early Detection Matters project

Husband seeks votes for Alzheimer’s Disease: Early Detection Matters project | Alzheimer's Association

October 7, 2008
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Alzheimer's Disease: Early Detection Matters wins American Express Members Project

October 14, 2008 | Alzheimer's Association

October 13, 2008
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Alzheimer’s disease awareness stamp now availableGet the stamp

Alzheimer News 10/17/2008 | Alzheimer's Association

October 16, 2008
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Frontotemporal dementia included in Compassionate Allowances Initiative

October 27, 2008 | Alzheimer's Association

October 26, 2008
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Alzheimer's Association launches interactive Caregiver Stress Check

Alzheimer’s Association launches interactive Caregiver Stress Check | Alzheimer's Association

October 30, 2008
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Gardening reduces stress for busy caregivers

Alzheimer News 11/3/2008 | Alzheimer's Association

November 2, 2008
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C.A.R.E. Pharmacy Award winner announced

C.A.R.E. Pharmacy Award winner announced | Alzheimer's Association

November 5, 2008
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Life in the two-year Medicare wait period

Alzheimer News 11/13/2008 | Alzheimer's Association

November 12, 2008
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State policymakers urged to prepare for Alzheimer epidemic

December 4, 2008 | Alzheimer's Association

December 3, 2008
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Association statement on strengthening the long-term care workforce

Association statement on strengthening the long-term care workforce | Alzheimer's Association

January 28, 2009
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Association statement on National Silver Alert Act

Association statement on National Silver Alert Act | Alzheimer's Association

January 28, 2009
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New statement to medical community demands a dignified diagnosis of dementia

New statement to medical community demands a dignified diagnosis of dementia | Alzheimer's Association

February 11, 2009
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Congress approves $10 billion in scientific research funding

Congress approves $10 billion in scientific research funding | Alzheimer's Association

February 16, 2009
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Red carpet worthy: Seth Rogen wears Alzheimer awareness pin to the Oscars®

Alzheimer News 2/23/2009 | Alzheimer's Association

February 22, 2009
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Association statement on impact of nursing shortage

Alzheimer News 2/24/09 | Alzheimer's Association

February 23, 2009
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Response to President Obama's address to Congress

Alzheimer News 2/25/09 | Alzheimer's Association

February 24, 2009
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Newt Gingrich talks about Alzheimer's Study Group

Alzheimer News 3/6/2009 | Alzheimer's Association

March 5, 2009
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Sen. Warner joins Alzheimer task force as co-chair

Alzheimer News 3/11/09 | Alzheimer's Association

March 10, 2009
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Alzheimer's Disease International conference to be held March 25-28

Alzheimer News 3/17/09 | Alzheimer's Association

March 16, 2009
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New report says Alzheimer’s disease and dementia triple healthcare costs for Americans age 65 and older  Related News

Alzheimer News 3/24/2009 | Alzheimer's Association

March 23, 2009
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Response to release of Alzheimer’s Study Group report

Alzheimer’s Study Group Report | Alzheimer's Association

March 24, 2009
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Response to introduction of the Medicare two-year wait bill

Alzheimer News 4/7/09 | Alzheimer's Association

April 6, 2009
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Training fellowship awarded to Alzheimer researcher

Alzheimer News 4/16/09 | Alzheimer's Association

April 15, 2009
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Alzheimer's Association statement on care coordination

May 13, 2009 | Alzheimer's Association

May 12, 2009
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Alzheimer's Association statement on the annual Medicare Trustees Report

Alzheimer News 5/13/2009 | Alzheimer's Association

May 12, 2009
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Alzheimer's Association launches new Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection Matters education campaignUpdated warning signs help with early detection New campaign ads 10 signs campaign in the news

Alzheimer News 5/17/2009 | Alzheimer's Association

May 16, 2009
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Alzheimer's Association response to introduction of the Alzheimer's Breakthrough Act

Alzheimer News 7/24/09 | Alzheimer's Association

July 23, 2009
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Social Security Administration hosts younger-onset hearing

Alzheimer News 7/27/09 | Alzheimer's Association

July 26, 2009
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SSA considers adding Alzheimer's to Compassionate Allowances list

Alzheimer News 7/29/09 | Alzheimer's Association

July 28, 2009
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Alzheimer’s Association lauds passage Of Braley Amendment

Alzheimer News 7/31/09 | Alzheimer's Association

July 30, 2009
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National Alzheimer’s Project Act

Alzheimer News 8/5/2009 | Alzheimer's Association

August 4, 2009
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Senate confirms new National Institutes of Health Director

Alzheimer News 8/10/2009 | Alzheimer's Association

August 9, 2009
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Alzheimer's Association statement on Sen. Kennedy's death

Alzheimer's Association statement on Sen. Kennedy's death | Alzheimer's Association

August 26, 2009
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Tune in Sept. 15 on PBS: "Living with Alzheimer's"

Alzheimer News 9/11/2009 | Alzheimer's Association

September 10, 2009
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Celebrities vie for “Who Wears Purple Best?” title to raise awareness of new global prevalence on World Alzheimer’s Day

Alzheimer News 9/21/2009 | Alzheimer's Association

September 20, 2009
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Needs of Escalating Alzheimer Population Addressed in Finance Committee Health Care Reform Proposal

Alzheimer news 10/13/09 | Alzheimer's Association

October 12, 2009
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Panel discusses "Lovely, Still" at AARP conference

Panel discusses 'Lovely, Still' at AARP conference | Alzheimer's Association

October 22, 2009
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The Alzheimer’s Association and Eisai Inc. honor Richmond pharmacist for outstanding service to individuals with Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer News 10/28/2009 | Alzheimer's Association

October 27, 2009
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Alzheimer’s Association statement on the passing of John J. O’Connor III

Alzheimer News 11/11/2009 | Alzheimer's Association

November 10, 2009
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"CBS Evening News with Katie Couric" airs "Where America Stands on Alzheimer's" with Dr. Jon LaPook

Alzheimer's News 1/8/2010 | Alzheimer's Association

January 7, 2010
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Mother of Virginia Senator Mark Warner dies

Alz News 01-25-2010 | Alzheimer's Association

January 24, 2010
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Application processAnswers for those facing early-onset Alzheimer's What is the Compassionate Allowances initiative? What is Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)? What is Supplemental Security Income (SSI)? Why is this important to individuals with early-onset Alzheimer's disease and related dementias?

Learn about Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) allowances for early onset / younger onset Alzheimer's – and the

February 10, 2010
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Alzheimer’s Association statement on negative Phase III trial results for latrepirdine (Dimebon)

Alz News 03-03-10 | Alzheimer's Association

March 2, 2010
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Alzheimer's Association honors SSA commissioner Astrue with Humanitarian Award

Alzheimer’s Association honors SSA commissioner Astrue with Humanitarian Award | Alzheimer's Association

March 7, 2010
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New report says African-Americans and Hispanics more likely to have Alzheimer's disease than Whites

Alz News 03-09-2010 | Alzheimer's Association

March 8, 2010
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Needs of Alzheimer population addressed in healthcare reform legislation

Alzheimer News 03/22/10 | Alzheimer's Association

March 21, 2010
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Alzheimer's Association named one of America's best nonprofits to work for

Alzheimer news 4/1/2010 | Alzheimer's Association

March 31, 2010
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David Hyde Pierce honored with special Tony Award

David Hyde Pierce honored with special Tony Award | Alzheimer's Association

April 20, 2010
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Association statement on NIH state-of-the-science report on preventing Alzheimer's and cognitive decline

Alzheimer News 4/28/2010 | Alzheimer's Association

April 27, 2010
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Report: Alzheimer's disease to cost United States $20 trillion over next 40 years

Alzheimer News 5/19/2010 | Alzheimer's Association

May 18, 2010
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Jan's Story spotlights younger-onset Alzheimer's

Jan's Story spotlights younger-onset Alzheimer's | Alzheimer's Association

June 20, 2010
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Statement on the passing of Dr. Robert Butler, former Alzheimer's Association national board member

Alzheimer News 7/9/2010 | Alzheimer's Association

July 8, 2010
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Alzheimer's Association statement regarding biomarkers article in Archives of Neurology

Alzheimer News 8/11/2010 | Alzheimer's Association

August 10, 2010
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Alzheimer's Association statement on semagacestat trial

August 17, 2010 | Alzheimer's Association

August 16, 2010
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Maria's March to raise Alzheimer awareness

Maria's March to raise Alzheimer awareness | Alzheimer's Association

August 19, 2010
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The Shriver Report: A Woman's Nation Takes on Alzheimer's

Alzheimer News 8/24/2010 | Alzheimer's Association

August 23, 2010
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New report reveals global cost of Alzheimer’s and related dementias is more than $600 billionU.S. Alzheimer’s disease facts and figures

Report: Worldwide costs of dementia set to soar | Alzheimer's Association

September 20, 2010
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MetLife Foundation Thanksgiving program to benefit Alzheimer's

Alzheimer News - 11/22/2010 | Alzheimer's Association

November 21, 2010
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Alzheimer News 12/2/2010

Alzheimer News 12/2/2010 | Alzheimer's Association

December 1, 2010
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President Obama signs landmark legislation laying the foundation for a national Alzheimer strategy

Alzheimer News 01/04/11 | Alzheimer's Association

January 3, 2011
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Alzheimer's Association statement on the passing of Sargent Shriver

Alzheimer News 1/18/11 | Alzheimer's Association

January 17, 2011
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Alzheimer's Association statement on florbetapir PET amyloid imaging

Alzheimer's Association statement on florbetapir PET amyloid imaging | Alzheimer's Association

January 20, 2011
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New Generation Alzheimer's report calls Alzheimer's defining disease of the baby boomers

Alzheimer News 1/27/2011 | Alzheimer's Association

January 26, 2011
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First international collaboration on Alzheimer's disease genetics launched

First international collaboration on Alzheimer’s disease genetics launched | Alzheimer's Association

January 31, 2011
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Legislation introduced to improve diagnosis of Alzheimer's and strengthen care planning

Alzheimer’s News 4/7/2011 | Alzheimer's Association

April 6, 2011
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New Department of Defense program to fund Alzheimer's research

Alzheimer’s News 4/15/11 | Alzheimer's Association

April 14, 2011
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NARFE raises $9 million for the Alzheimer's Association

Alzheimer's News 4/18/2011 | Alzheimer's Association

April 17, 2011
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New diagnostic criteria and guidelines for Alzheimer’s disease published for first time in 27 years

Alzheimer's News 04/19/2011 | Alzheimer's Association

April 18, 2011
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Alzheimer's Association statement on Alzheimer's Breakthrough Act

Alzheimer’s Association statement on Alzheimer’s Breakthrough Act | Alzheimer's Association

May 12, 2011
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Alzheimer's Association president and CEO named to Alzheimer's advisory council

Alzheimer's News 8/23/2011 | Alzheimer's Association

August 22, 2011
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World Alzheimer Report confirms interventions for people with mild dementia beneficial

Alzheimer's News 9/14/2011 | Alzheimer's Association

September 13, 2011
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U.N. high-level meeting recognizes global Alzheimer's burden

Alzheimer's News 9/19/2011 | Alzheimer's Association

September 18, 2011
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Advisory Council on Alzheimer's Research, Care and Services holds first meeting

Alzheimer's News 09/27/11 | Alzheimer's Association

September 26, 2011
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Report captures insights on challenges a national Alzheimer’s plan must address

Alzheimer’s News 11/8/2011 | Alzheimer's Association

November 7, 2011
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Alzheimer’s Association statement on draft framework of National Alzheimer’s Plan

Alzheimer's News 01/09/12 | Alzheimer's Association

January 8, 2012
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Advisory Council discusses significant recommendations for National Alzheimer's Plan

Alzheimer's News 01/18/12 | Alzheimer's Association

January 17, 2012
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Alzheimer's Association commends Obama administration for dedication of new resources to Alzheimer's

Alzheimer's News 2/7/2012 | Alzheimer's Association

February 6, 2012
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Health and Human Services releases National Alzheimer's Plan draft

Health and Human Services releases National Alzheimer's Plan draft | Alzheimer's Association

February 21, 2012
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Alzheimer's advisory council discusses initial draft of National Alzheimer's Plan

Alzheimer's News 3/15/2012 | Alzheimer's Association

March 14, 2012
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Alzheimer's Association awards largest-ever research grant to the Dominantly Inherited Alzheimer's Network (DIAN)

Alzheimer's News 3/20/2012 | Alzheimer's Association

March 19, 2012
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Alzheimer's Association statement on FDA approval of florbetapir (Amyvid)

Alzheimer's News 4/6/2012 | Alzheimer's Association

April 5, 2012
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Alzheimer's Association commends recognition of Alzheimer's and dementia as global health threat

Alzheimer's News 4/11/2012 | Alzheimer's Association

April 10, 2012
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Alzheimer's Advisory Council approves its recommendations for National Alzheimer's Plan

Alzheimer's News 4/17/2012 | Alzheimer's Association

April 16, 2012
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Alzheimer's Association applauds the creation of the first-ever National Alzheimer's Plan

News 5/15/2012 | Alzheimer's Association

May 14, 2012
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Alzheimer's Association lauds enactment of the Food and Drug Administration Bill

Alzheimer's News 7/10/2012 | Alzheimer's Association

July 9, 2012
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Alzheimer's Association commends committee passage of Missing Alzheimer's Disease Patient Alert Program

Alzheimer's News 8/1/2012 | Alzheimer's Association

July 31, 2012
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Alzheimer's Association statement on solanezumab Phase 3 results

Alzheimer's News 8/24/2012 | Alzheimer's Association

August 23, 2012
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Alzheimer's Association® applauds House passage of missing Alzheimer's Disease Patient Alert Program

Alzheimer's News 9/12/2012 | Alzheimer's Association

September 11, 2012
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World Alzheimer Report reveals negative perceptions about people with dementia

Alzheimer's News 9/21/2012 | Alzheimer's Association

September 20, 2012
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Settlement ensures people with Alzheimer's access to rehabilitative services

Alzheimer's News 10/23/2012 | Alzheimer's Association

October 22, 2012
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Scientist exchange program hopes to advance Alzheimer's disease research

Alzheimer's News 10/25/2012 | Alzheimer's Association

October 24, 2012
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First guidelines published for brain amyloid imaging in Alzheimer's

First guidelines published for brain amyloid imaging in Alzheimer’s | Alzheimer's Association

January 27, 2013
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Panel requires additional data about brain amyloid imaging for Alzheimer's disease

Alzheimer's News 1/30/2013 | Alzheimer's Association

January 29, 2013
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President Obama includes Alzheimer's in State of the Union

Alzheimer's News 2/13/2013 | Alzheimer's Association

February 12, 2013
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Alzheimer's Association CEO represents Alzheimer's community at appropriations subcommittee hearing

Alzheimer's News 3/14/2013 | Alzheimer's Association

March 13, 2013
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New Alzheimer's Association report reveals 1 in 3 seniors dies with Alzheimer's or another dementiaHuman and Financial Toll of Alzheimer's 2013 Health and Long-Term Care Services Breakdown Special Focus on the Long-Distance Caregiving Experience

Alzheimer's News 3/19/2013 | Alzheimer's Association

March 18, 2013
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Alzheimer's Association applauds White House brain mapping initiative

Alzheimer's News 4/2/2013 | Alzheimer's Association

April 1, 2013
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Alzheimer's Association applauds Obama administration for dedication of new resources to Alzheimer's epidemic

Alzheimer's News 4/10/2013 | Alzheimer's Association

April 9, 2013
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Legislation reintroduced to improve diagnosis of Alzheimer's and strengthen care planning

Alzheimer's News 4/11/2013 | Alzheimer's Association

April 10, 2013
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Alzheimer's Advisory Council evaluates progress implementing National Alzheimer's Plan

Alzheimer's News 4/30/2013 | Alzheimer's Association

April 29, 2013
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HHS releases 2013 update to the National Alzheimer's Plan

HHS releases 2013 update to the National Alzheimer's Plan | Alzheimer's Association

June 13, 2013
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Association to continue to advocate for coverage of diagnostic tool

Alzheimer's News 7/5/2013 | Alzheimer's Association

July 4, 2013
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Alzheimer's Association applauds inclusion of $104 million for Alzheimer's disease in Senate funding bill

Alzheimer's News 7/11/2013 | Alzheimer's Association

July 10, 2013
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Alzheimer's Association statement on screening for cognitive impairment in older adults

Alzheimer's News, 10/21/2013 | Alzheimer's Association

October 20, 2013
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Record $122 million increase proposed for Alzheimer's disease in funding bill

Alzheimer's News 1/14/2014 | Alzheimer's Association

January 13, 2014
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Record $122 million increase for Alzheimer's disease passed by Congress, sent to president

January 16, 2014 | Alzheimer's Association

January 15, 2014
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Record $122 million increase for Alzheimer's disease passed by Congress, sent to president

Alzheimer's News 1/16/2014 | Alzheimer's Association

January 15, 2014
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Record $122 million increase for Alzheimer's disease signed into law by President Obama

Alzheimer's News 1/17/2014 | Alzheimer's Association

January 16, 2014
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Record $122 million increase for Alzheimer's disease signed into law by President Obama

Alzheimer's News 1/17/2014 | Alzheimer's Association

January 16, 2014
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Groups unite to cross lines between Alzheimer's and Parkinson's

Alzheimer's News 2/5/2014 | Alzheimer's Association

February 4, 2014