All the latest news and stories about Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and the brain.
Your questions, answered: What should Canadians know about donanemab’s latest drug trial results?
On May 3, 2023, American drug company Eli Lilly and Company released some results from a Phase 3 trial of donanemab, a drug that aims to target Alzheimer’s disease. Here’s what people in Canada might want to know about it.
Bruce Willis FTD news helps expand dementia awareness
Researchers estimate 5% to 20% of all dementia cases are Frontotemporal dementia a group of rare disorders affecting the frontal & temporal regions of the brain. Learn more here.
Living with dementia or providing care? Free support is available near you
If you are newly diagnosed with dementia, or caring for a person living with dementia, read on for helpful tips to free dementia support and get connected to the nearest Alzheimer Society.
Seven things you may not know about vascular dementia
Vascular dementia is one of the more common forms of dementia, but how much do you know about it? Read on to learn more about vascular dementia.
Watch the inaugural Dementia-Friendly Communities Awards!
On Sunday, January 15, 2023, the first inaugural Dementia-Friendly Communities Awards took place. On this page, watch the show’s recording and learn more about our amazing nominees and winners!
Student bursary honours life, contributions of Douglas Rapelje
Douglas Rapelje’s heart belonged to Niagara’s aging population.
Alzheimers Society Self Care Session
January is Alzheimer's Awareness Month and the Niagara branch of the Alzheimer's Society is supporting the caregivers of loved ones affected by the disease.