“I’ve got three degrees, but I can’t tell the time.” - Des

Everyone's experience of dementia symptoms can be different. Watch as Des, who is living with dementia with Lewy bodies, talks about the symptoms he experiences which you may not have heard of.

Are GPs missing an opportunity to talk about brain health?

'The public needs to understand that our brains are organs that we can help protect in the same way as our hearts' says our supporter, David.

Read more The BMJ👇
tinyurl.com/e7fppv8y 🧠🩺

We promise this is not an image from a distant galaxy, but of a star-shaped cell which plays a supportive role in the human brain!

Melissa Cooper, PhD took this beautiful image of an astrocyte found on the brain’s surface.⭐

#ARUKImageOfTheWeek Philip Hasel UK Dementia Research Institute

We’re thrilled to celebrate Cadbury UK’s 200-year anniversary with them at Manchester United today!

Some of Manchester United’s biggest fans who have been impacted by dementia share their memories of football and loved ones, making friends along the way. 🧡

Announcing Hike For A Cure! 🚨

Our popular 'Explorer Hike' series has had a face-lift and we're excited to invite you to the breath-taking Jurassic Coast and Peak District this September!

Hike to fund life-changing research 👇 alzheimersresearchuk.org/activities/hik…

Excited to join Cadbury UK's game day takeover at Manchester United to celebrate the importance of protecting memories! Look out for limited-edition Dairy Milk bars giveaways if you're at the match. Thank you, Cadbury and Manchester United, for standing with us #ForACure .🧡 #MemoriesUniteUs

Thank you to our incredible donor of ETH of $5,000!!

This is the largest donation of crypto we have received and is instrumental to dementia research.

You are helping us to find a cure - so thank you for your donation!

#Crypto #ETH #DonateCrypto

🤝 As part of Cadbury UK's 200th Anniversary, we're teaming up with them and Alzheimer's Research UK to celebrate the power of creating, sharing and preserving memories.

This is the story of Sean and Digger, two cherished United fans ❤️

#MUFC || #MemoriesUniteUs

Would you be able to spot the signs of Alzheimer's disease?

If you’ve noticed any of these in yourself or your loved one, your GP can help to find out what’s causing them. Find out more 👇 alzheimersresearchuk.org/dementia-infor…

A heartfelt reminder of the memories and stories dementia researchers are working hard to protect. 🧡

We will not stop until a cure is found.

We wish to extend our huge thanks to St John Ambulance England who provided vital support to our Ambassador Richard Walker at the London Marathon on Sunday.

We're in awe of the huge effort Richard put into completing the marathon and are relieved to hear he is on the mend. 🧡

“I’ve got three degrees, but I can’t tell the time.” - Des

Everyone's experience of dementia symptoms can be different. Watch as Des, who is living with dementia with Lewy bodies, talks about the symptoms he experiences which you may not have heard of.

Today we’re shining a spotlight on Des who is living with dementia with Lewy bodies. This lesser-known form of dementia affects around 100,000 people in the UK.

Watch and share the full Connections film with Des and Valli: youtu.be/GDvn2qVtMcM

Here TCS London Marathon mile 18 cheering with Sue and her crew. The team has now raised an incredible £64,000 for Alzheimer's Research UK. You are all so awesome 🙌 🧡

Our cheer squads are loud, proud and orange! 🥳

Thank you to all of the wonderful volunteers lining the TCS London Marathon route today #ForACure . 🧡

Today’s the day they’ve been training for 🎉! Join us in cheering on our #SWTeam2024 superstars as they take on the London Marathon in support of Cancer Research UK Alzheimer's Research UK and the Irish Cancer Society 🧡💜💛!

One of many runners we’re cheering on at the London Marathon today is @IcelandRichard and his colleague Simon.

This will be Richard’s first marathon, in honour of his late mother, Lady Walker. Special thanks to @IFCF’s for their support. Good luck Richard and Simon! 🧡

Good luck to everyone running TCS London Marathon today! 🧡

Your determination to support dementia research is so inspiring and together we will find a cure for dementia.

Don't forget to tag us in your running selfies and finish line photos!