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    Alzheimer’s Association Statement on the Retirement of NIA Director Richard J. Hodes, M.D.

    “Dr. Hodes led the NIA through the most consequential era in the history of Alzheimer’s and dementia research, and the Alzheimer’s Association was proud to work alongside him,” said Joanne Pike, DrPH, president and CEO of the Alzheimer’s Association.
    November 4, 2026
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    Alzheimer's Association Marks National Family Caregivers Month by Honoring the Millions Whose Caregiving Changes Everything

    The November recognition highlights the love, dedication and impact of family caregivers supporting those living with Alzheimer's and other dementias. 
    November 2, 2026
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    Alzheimer’s Association Hosts Fifth Annual State Dementia Services Coordinator Summit in Washington, D.C.

    The Summit brings together state agency officials from 28 states to chart the next phase of the state-level response to Alzheimer’s and other dementias. 
    October 27, 2026
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    Alzheimer's Association Launches National Initiative to Bring Advances in Brain Health and Dementia Care into Everyday Clinical Care

    The Brain Health & Quality Care Initiative will help health care systems strengthen brain health promotion, early detection, diagnosis and dementia care, beginning in primary care. 
    October 6, 2026
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    Alzheimer's Association and Special Olympics Launch Partnership to Expand Brain Health Resources for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

    The partnership includes increasing access to brain health education, dementia resources and support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their families and caregivers.  
    September 28, 2026
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    Alzheimer's Association Awarded CDC Grants to Continue Leadership of National Healthy Brain Initiative and Center of Excellence on Dementia Risk Reduction

    Five-year awards will advance dementia risk reduction, public health action and support for state, Tribal, local and territorial health departments nationwide.
    September 24, 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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