All the latest news and stories about Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and the brain.

Biogen announced that it had withdrawn it’s request to approve the use of aducanumab as a treatment for early stage of Alzheimer’s disease.

When her mother was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's, Naomi knew she had to take action.

Helen had a strong desire to give a donation to the Society as a tribute to her husband’s memory. But as with many people, immediate giving was not a practical choice.

If you are looking for a way to leave a legacy that will make an impact on future generations, consider a planned gift to the Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories.

Dementia in the Workplace website launched. The Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories has developed a new website, DementiaAlberta.ca, to provide information and guidance to Alberta employers and employees faced with a dementia diagnosis or navigating dementia in the workplace.

Alberta Blue Cross is excited to support the Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories through sponsorship of the Virtual Minds in Motion® program. Staff and clients of the organization know the company’s support makes a difference.

January is National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, and the Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories is pleased to announce it is participating in a nation-wide campaign reminding people that the organization is the First Link® to Support, Knowledge and Community.

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Thank you to everyone who participated in, volunteered for, sponsored, and donated to our 2021 IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s!

The Alberta Retired Teachers’ Charitable Foundation’s (ARTCF) support in 2020 allowed the Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories to pilot the concept and determine that there is significant demand for the Minds in Motion® program.