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The latest in Alzheimer's news.

Press releases & statements
Alzheimer’s Association and Alzheimer’s Impact Movement Statement on Senate’s Proposed Medicaid Cuts

Press releases & statements
Alzheimer's Association Part the Cloud Grants $5 Million to Develop Innovative Gene Targeting Treatments

Local stories
CSU study monitors driving for early Alzheimer's signs
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Stay up-to-date on the latest news to learn about advances in Alzheimer’s care, research and treatments in Northeastern New York. Read press releases, blogs, e-News and more.
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ALZ magazine shares inspiration and information about the fight to end Alzheimer’s, along with tips on how to make your brain the focus of a healthy lifestyle.
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Local Media Coverage
For local media, our communications team can provide up-to-date information on Alzheimer’s and brain health and arrange interviews with experts on Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Local experts available for commentary include Beth Smith-Boivin, our chapter's executive director and a research expert, public policy staff, social workers delivering care and support, Capital Region-based researchers, and families and individuals affected by Alzheimer's.Media Contact:
Marisa Korytko, Marketing and Public Relations Director
mekorytko@alz.org
518.675.7208
Local Media Coverage:
Adirondack Daily Enterprise: Alzheimer’s fundraiser is Aug. 21 in Lake Placid
The Daily Star: Oneonta to host discussion on Alzheimer's disease
WNYT-TV: Alzheimer's and Extreme Heat
WRGB-TV: Alzheimer's awareness needs "robust" campaign to help spur early detection, treatment
Press-Republican: The Longest Day of Reading
Times Union: SEEN: An Evening to End Alzheimer’s Gala
The Saratogian: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Conference provides resources and community
Press Republican: Running for a Cause: Chazy’s Kelly Andrew to compete in NYC Marathon
Times Union: SEEN: 2023 Walk to End Alzheimer’s
WNYT-TV: White flower represents hope for a cure for Alzheimer’s
WNYT-TV: Saratoga Chamber president fondly remembers mom lost to Alzheimer’s
WRGB-TV: 93-year-old Niskayuna woman's relentless fundraising effort raises $70,000 for Alzheimer's Association
The Daily Star: Alzheimer's talk scheduled ahead of fundraising walk in Cooperstown
WRGB-TV: Simone's Kitchen crafts special menu to fuel Alzheimer's fundraising
WNYT-TV: New data show Alzheimer’s prevalence in Capital Region
Spectrum News: FDA's full approval of Alzheimer's drug offers hope
WTEN-TV: Alzheimer’s Association of Northeastern NY celebrates FDA approval of new drug
WTEN-TV: Greenwich paints the town purple for Alzheimer’s
WNYT-TV: Alzheimer’s Association gears up for big June to help raise awareness in Capital Region
WTEN-TV: Women's Health Wednesday: The impact of Alzheimer's disease on women
Spectrum News: Alzheimer's Association report highlights challenges for caregivers
WRGB-TV: Doctors, experts say we are getting close to a cure for Alzheimer's
WNYT-TV: High cost keeps life-changing Alzheimer’s drug from Saratoga County family
Post Star: Hitting the High Peaks for a Good Cause
WTEN-TV: New study: High blood pressure disorders during pregnancy linked to dementia risk
WNYT-TV: Woman credits Alzheimer’s Association, community for helping her through her journey as a caretaker
WRGB-TV: New Alzheimer's drug shows promise in slowing the rate of decline for patients
Spectrum News: Alzheimer’s community hopeful about drug trials

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