“These are absolutely transformational times.” New research reported today at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference suggests that, in the future, highly accurate blood tests could improve diagnosis in primary care, making testing more accessible and less invasive. They could also provide a quicker path to research participation and treatment. https://cnn.it/4di02w5
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The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research.
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The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research, to provide and enhance care and support for all affected, and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia®. Visit www.alz.org or call 800.272.3900.
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Today, we honored John and Crystal Beuerlein and Edward Jones with the Jerome H. Stone Philanthropy Award for Alzheimer’s Research at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference 2024. Since 2015, the Beuerleins have had a tremendous impact on Alzheimer’s research as philanthropic partners and leading Walk to End Alzheimer’s donors. As a former Edward Jones principal, John served as a catalyst for the firm’s strategic alliance with the Alzheimer’s Association. To date, Edward Jones has raised more than $45 million for the fight to end Alzheimer’s and have pledged to raise $50 million by the end of 2025. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4dhQyRG. #AAIC24
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In a large research study, reported for the first time at #AAIC24 and partially funded by the Association, blood tests 🩸 did a better job of accurately detecting Alzheimer's than primary care doctors and specialists who were using traditional diagnostic methods. The test was around 90% accurate in identifying Alzheimer’s in patients with cognitive symptoms at primary care and specialized memory care clinics compared to 63% and 73% accuracy when not using the test. Why this is exciting: Highly accurate blood tests could drastically reduce the time it takes to get a diagnosis, as well as accelerate access to new treatments.
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This week, more than 12,000 of the brightest minds in dementia science from around the world will convene in Philadelphia and online to share their latest findings and breakthroughs at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC). Stay tuned for breaking news from #AAIC24!
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Over the next two weeks, thousands of athletes from across the globe will convene in Paris for the 2024 Olympics. For many, their connection will go beyond sport – as their families have been affected by Alzheimer’s or other dementias. Help us celebrate the current and former Olympians who have joined us in the fight to #ENDALZ! #Paris2024 💜🥇💜
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A huge thank you to Edward Jones US, our 2024 #Walk2EndAlz National Presenting Sponsor, whose Diamond National Team just surpassed $1 million and 4,300 participants. We greatly appreciate your continued support in the fight to #ENDALZ! 💜
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As #ENDALZ Athlete Cierra Burdick heads to Paris to represent Team USA 🏀 at the Olympic Games, she reflects on two important influences in her life: her former coach Pat Summitt and her nana, both of whom she lost to Alzheimer’s. Read her story: https://bit.ly/4bRQ5EN. #Olympics
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We’re proud to be named one of Forbes America’s Best Employers for Women 2024! 🎉This recognition reflects our commitment to inclusiveness and equal opportunity. We will continue our passionate work together until we #ENDALZ. https://lnkd.in/dXK8_2iu
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We’re excited to announce that the Alzheimer’s Association Center for Dementia Respite Innovation is awarding more than $4 million in grants to 21 community-based service providers to increase availability of quality dementia-specific respite care—the first-year recipients of a five-year, $25 million grant program.
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Thank you to the LCS #Walk2EndAlz Platinum Team for raising over $600K in 2023 to support the work of the Alzheimer’s Association. You are awesome and we are grateful for your continued support this year! 💜 #ENDALZ