Alzheimer's Research UK

“Research must go on” Last week’s news about the Alzheimer’s drug donanemab not being available on the NHS is disappointing for many people. However, these drugs are only the beginning. Prof Afia Ali from University College London has shared her reaction to the news and why we must now build on this to progress. Read more about the future of Alzheimer’s treatments here 👇 https://lnkd.in/e85vpfv5 UCL

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Our Chief Executive Hilary Evans-Newton was on the BBC Breakfast sofa this morning talking about the second Alzheimer's drug #donanemab being licenced for use in Britain. It's important that all experts in our field come together, including academics, doctors, the health system, government and regulators so as many people can access these treatments as possible.

Today a new drug for early-Alzheimer’s disease, donanemab, has been licensed in Britain by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency. However, it has not been given the green light for the NHS in England and Wales. This is incredibly disappointing. After decades of tireless research, we finally have two new Alzheimer’s treatments licensed in Britain. But we’re stuck in a deadlock. While these breakthroughs exist, people still can’t access them through our national health service. And we know more treatments are coming. NHS England has identified nearly 30 other dementia drugs that could be available by the end of the decade. This gives the government and NHS a crucial opportunity to transform how dementia is treated - just as Labour pledged in their manifesto. But despite our hard efforts, we still haven’t heard from the Health Secretary, Wes Streeting MP on how he plans to break this deadlock. It’s more urgent than ever that the government acts on their promise, and brings together stakeholders from the NHS, NICE - National Institute for Health and Care Excellence and industry so people affected by dementia don’t continue to miss out on innovative treatments. Head to our website to find out more about today’s news and how you can help ensure dementia is given the political priority it deserves. https://lnkd.in/e6nV2HVU

DigiFest blasts off! 🚀 Our employees had the opportunity to explore the latest trends and developments in the world of digital at Alzheimer’s Research UK’s very first DigiFest event in Cambridge on 17 and 18 October. Spanning two days, around 100 employees were treated to talks and interactive sessions led by members of our digital campaigns, web, social media and online fundraising teams. We were also joined by speakers from Twitter/X, Meta, Yonder Media, Ozone | Powering the Premium Web, Social for Good, Tale Digital Ltd, Sprout Social, Inc. and Spotify. Christian Hankins, Head of Digital, said: "I was so inspired by the passion and breadth of topics covered at our first ever DigiFest. The sessions ranged from best-in-class user experiences to truly engaging our supporters online. “We want to put digital at the heart of everything we do to make a real difference to our mission For A Cure. “We had amazing speakers, incredible energy, enthusiasm... and this is just the beginning."

How could drugs for other conditions help treat or prevent dementia? “Research into the possible benefits of repurposing drugs doesn't tend to be something that's traditionally picked up by industry". said Dr Susan Kohlhaas, Executive Director of Research and Partnerships at Alzheimer’s Research UK. “It is therefore important Alzheimer’s Research UK helps fill that gap by investing in the things that could make the difference as quickly as possible for people.” Read more here. 👇  https://lnkd.in/dxChEMmA

Harleyford Golf Club in Buckinghamshire recently organised a golf day in support of Alzheimer’s Research UK. Rob Marsh, Managing Director of the club said, “It is a golf day but one that is not just about the golf, it is about the charity, it is about seeing each other, making memories, and having lots of fun." Rob chose to support Alzheimer’s Research UK because both his grandmother and mother have been diagnosed with dementia, making our mission close to his heart. Rob added: "With Alzheimer’s disease, we lose the person we love a lot earlier, but the shell of that person is still with us, confused, fragile, and not the person that we remember from times before.” Regional Fundraising Officer Jess Jenkins worked closely with Rob and the Club in the lead-up to the event. Everyone involved was delighted with how well the day went with people’s generosity meaning over £120,000 was raised for dementia research from the event! Thank you so much everyone for standing with us, we’re so grateful for all your support. 🧡 If you would like to join Harley Ford Gold Club and many others in golfing #ForACure then please click the link below. https://lnkd.in/eYawnRVA

🚨 We've extended our Early Bird discount and the oral abstract submission deadlines! 🗓️ The new deadline for both is now Monday 21 October. Delegates have the opportunity to give an oral presentation based on the 2025 themes: biomarkers, disease modifying treatments, neuroimaging, new technologies, risk factors, omics or other. 🧠🔬✨ Find more information on oral and poster abstract submissions here: https://lnkd.in/gEfKKEbR

Since owner James' Dad passed away in 2012 from Alzheimer's disease, the incredible teams at ShredBank and Knockbracken Fuels in Northern Ireland have raised £50,000 #ForACure. They host a monthly 'shredathon' in their local shopping centre where the team spends 2 hours of their time volunteering to shred the local communities' important documents in exchange for a donation. They've also integrated it for customers so they can donate through Knockbracken Fuels too! Thank you to everyone at Shredbank and Knockbracken Fuels for their support in helping us change the ending for everyone affected by dementia. 🧡 Find out how your business can support us through fundraising in the workplace at https://lnkd.in/eda9WTyz

“People would say, are you alright? Or they'd say, would you like to come round for dinner? Or would you like to go out for a drink? And I'd say, no, I'm not really feeling up to it. Well, actually, the answer is no, I'm not feeling up to it at all. I don't want to do it because I've got dementia.” Veteran broadcaster Alastair Stewart and his wife, Sally, open up about what their lives have been like since his diagnosis of vascular dementia. We’re so grateful to have Alastair and Sally standing with us #ForACure.