Together, We Can Stop Alzheimer’s Disease
Every 35 seconds, someone in the U.S. develops Alzheimer’s disease. This nationwide public service campaign, launched during September’s World Alzheimer’s Month, aims to raise awareness of this mind-stealing disease and promote actions you can take today to protect your brain health.
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Actor Andre Royo’s Story of Supporting His Mom’s Alzheimer’s Journey
Gail and Teri Youngdale: Fighting Back Against Alzheimer’s
Perspectives
Meet Andre and Teri
Actor Andre Royo Shares His Personal Alzheimer’s Connection
Renowned actor, producer, and writer Andre Royo, known for his iconic portrayal as Reginald “Bubbles” Cousins in HBO’s groundbreaking drama “The Wire,” opens up about his experience caring for his late mother, Andrea Royo, after she was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s.
Hope After an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis: Teri and Gail’s Story of Resilience
After watching her mother and grandmother battle Alzheimer’s disease, Teri Youngdale is sharing her family’s journey and why she’s committed to spreading awareness and advocating for research to find a cure.
Get The Facts
- Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia, is a progressive, terminal brain disorder that has no known cause or cure.
- Alzheimer’s can cause memory loss, confusion, cognitive problems like depression and anxiety, and, in later stages, the inability to communicate or care for oneself.
- Although there is no cure for Alzheimer’s, certain treatments can help control or delay its symptoms, particularly in the early stages of the disease. New disease-modifying treatments target the potential cause of the disease, not just the symptoms.
- Alzheimer’s Disease Research, a BrightFocus Foundation program, is funding hundreds of studies worldwide investigating a range of approaches to uncover the root causes of the disease and advance risk reduction strategies, new treatments, and a cure.
Healthy Lifestyle Changes Shown to Help Reduce Alzheimer’s Risk
Lifestyle interventions at all ages have been shown to meaningfully reduce Alzheimer’s risk. These include eating a nutrient-rich diet, exercising regularly, staying socially engaged, maintaining a healthy weight, keeping LDL cholesterol low, and treating vision and hearing loss.
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Resources
Managing Stress: Care for the Caregiver
This resource discusses warning signs and ways to reduce the stress associated with caregiving for a person with Alzheimer’s.
Recognizing the Early Signs and Symptoms
Behavioral neurologist Dr. Sharon Cohen explains the early signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, medical conditions that can mimic dementia, and how to start a conversation with your doctor.
Expanding the Alzheimer’s Treatment Landscape: A 2026 Forecast
Learn about the treatments landscape for Alzheimer’s in 2026 and beyond.
What are Alzheimer’s Plaques and Tangles?
Learn more about the biological hallmarks of Alzheimer’s disease.
FDA-Approved Alzheimer’s Therapies
Although there is no cure for Alzheimer’s disease, certain treatments can help control or delay its symptoms, particularly in the early stages of the disease.
How Does Alzheimer’s Disease Affect the Brain?
Learn how the effects of this disease extend beyond the bounds of normal aging and cause significant damage to the brain.
Every Donation is a Step Forward in the Fight Against Alzheimer’s
Your donation powers cutting-edge research and helps scientists explore new treatments. Help bring us closer to a cure and provide valuable information to the public.
