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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
While it would avoid the most harmful alternatives for people living with dementia, the Senate's proposed Medicaid cuts threaten a lifeline for this community.
June 17, 2025
Press releases & statements
Alzheimer's Association Part the Cloud Grants $5 Million to Develop Innovative Gene Targeting Treatments
This unique and unprecedented funding program is focused on gene targeting: potential therapies that change the expression of a gene at some level.
June 13, 2025
Local stories
CSU study monitors driving for early Alzheimer's signs
The possible link between day-to-day activities such as driving, cooking and managing finances and early indicators of dementia is the subject of a Colorado State University study. “Independence in Driving” focuses on driving as a specific indicator of early cognitive decline. There are remaining openings in the study for participants ages 60 to 85 with memory concerns as well as healthy adults.
June 12, 2025
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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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