All the latest news and stories about Alzheimer's disease, dementia and the brain.
Meet our researchers: Ghazaleh Eskandari-Sedighi, University of Alberta
Dr. Ghazaleh Eskandari-Sedighi from Dr. Matthew Macauley’s group at the University of Alberta talks about her research on elucidating the role of human CD33 protein in Alzheimer's disease pathogenesis. This project was funded by the Alzheimer Society Research Program (ASRP) in 2022.
‘Landmark’ study stresses urgent need to work collaboratively toward equity, diversity and inclusion in research, prevention and care
In Canada, we are in danger of failing the rapidly growing number of people living with dementia and their care partners if services and supports are not tailored to their unique needs, according to a new study released today by the Alzheimer Society of Canada.
The IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer's
When you participate in the IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer's, you join thousands of Canadians who want to see a world without Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.
Knowledge translation grants propel cutting-edge dementia research into impact
Alzheimer Society of Canada and Brain Canada Foundation Announce KTE Accelerator Grant Recipients
September 30th is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
This Monday, September 30th, marks the fourth National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, honouring the lost children and the survivors of the residential school system, their families and communities. Read our statement on what the Alzheimer Society of Canada is doing on this day, and find links to related resources.
Bredesen Protocol offers false hope of reversing Alzheimer’s disease
A program that claims to reverse Alzheimer’s disease is growing in popularity, despite lack of evidence that it works. Learn more about the Bredesen protocol and its claims.
Alzheimer Society of Canada invests nearly $6 million to support innovative dementia research
Each application was reviewed by experts in the field of dementia research, as well as volunteers with lived experience of dementia, to ensure that the projects receiving funding have the potential to truly make a difference for people living with dementia and caregivers.