The 2024 programme is unfolding — take a look! The programme will include inspiring Brain Talks, Poster & Innovation Showcase, networking, the #BIDays Pitch Competition, breakouts, panels & so much more! Stay tuned, exciting updates will follow soon! 🔍 braininnovationdays.eu/programme-2024/

New research commissioned by The Lancet finds that 45% of cases of dementia could be delayed/reduced. The study also identifies failing eyesight and elevated LDL cholesterol levels as new risk factors. Read more: alzint.org/news-events/ne… #Dementia #NeverTooEarly #NeverTooLate

On 26 July, the #EuropeanMedicinesAgency issued a negative opinion on #lecanemab - a decision that will affect people with early #Alzheimers disease in the EU, Iceland, Liechstenstein and Norway. Read some of the reactions from our member associations: alzheimer-europe.org/news/our-membe…

Professor Brian Lawlor in conversation with Laurie Waters and Berrie Holtzhausen in Walk the Talk for Dementia. The next Walk the Talk for Dementia starts on Aug. 26. Global Brain Health Institute #Dementia #MentalHealth #WTD #AtlanticFellows youtube.com/watch?v=v6OzYu…

A new series in our weekly BLOG sharing who allied health professionals are & their role in dementia care starting with post diagnostics support in a rural community In conversation with Lisa, a speech and language therapist. letstalkaboutdementia.wordpress.com/2024/08/08/in-… Alzheimer Scotland @Ahpscot Glenn Carter

📃 New paper 📃! After years of research, conversations and co-production with lived, professional and third sector experts, it was time to build a model to understand the complexity of #dementia #inequalities - read here #OpenAccess: doi.org/10.1186/s12939…

To achieve a #UnionOfEquality for persons with disabilities, EU institutions must create more resources! We call for: ➡️ Directorate-General for Equality at European Commission ➡️ Disability Committee at European Parliament ➡️ Equality Configuration and Disability Focal Point in EU Council

My latest blog, you are welcome to read and share Diary - Assisted Travel Monday 19th August 2024 I thought I would blog about Assisted Travel when using the railway network. Some of you might not even know this service … dementiaalzheimers.home.blog/2024/08/19/dia…

Watch how the walking #football project of Benfica Foundation helps to protect health and enjoy longer and better lives in #Portugal. who.int/europe/news-ro… #R2F #sport

We've pulled together a new collection of posts from our archives offering advice and tips on study recruitment, focusing on participant engagement, effective recruitment strategies. Thanks to Dr Diana Karamacoska Alzheimer Europe Dr Anna Volkmer Dr Sarah Griffiths Ellice Parkinson

Please re-Tweet if you agree: It is so hard to find time for your own #health when caring for someone who has #Alzheimers disease or another form of #dementia. But it is essential for quality #caregiving. #diet #exercise #sleep #mentalhealth

What is life like with sleep disturbances caused by Lewy body dementia? Here Keith tells our consultant Admiral Nurse Rachel Thompson what he recalls about his own sleep disturbances. You can watch the full interview here 👇 lewybody.org/what-is-life-l…

🚨 New publication alert! Our research shows lifestyle activities can buffer *some* of the cognitive impacts of social deprivation. Read more on how this relates to a focus on individuals (#LifestyleDrift) in prevention research. tinyurl.com/5n74e4wm #PublicHealth #Cognition

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We welcome the news that #lecanemab has been approved today by the UK's Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency and we now look to health authorities to ensure this treatment is made as accessible as possible for patients in the UK alzheimer-europe.org/news/alzheimer…

WYLD had a successful session at #AAIC24 ! "A Pathway to Empower Leadership in Dementia" reached an enthusiastic crowd and sparked meaningful discussions. Thank you to all who joined us in shaping a brighter future for dementia care and research! #WYLD #Leadership #Networking

We are one month away from the webinar launch of the 2024 World Alzheimer Report, this year, taking place on 20 September at 1pm (BST) on the eve of World Alzheimer’s Day. ADI is proud to announce three guest speakers, with more to be revealed in the coming days. 🔴 Prof

📣 Vorige week gaf het MHRA in het Verenigd Koninkrijk groen licht voor Lecanemab. Dit medicijn is gericht op de vroege fase van Alzheimer en helpt de ziekteprogressie te vertragen door amyloïde aan te pakken. Het EMA had het eerder afgewezen. Lees meer: test-aankoop.be/gezond/ziekten…

Despite existing laws, EU transport systems are still inaccessible to many passengers with disabilities: buff.ly/3Gl5i31 We need stronger legislation to prevent boarding denial, protect mobility equipment, ensure accessible info & assistance. We need an #AccessibleEU!

🧠🌍 Today marks the start of #WorldAlzheimersMonth. This September, let’s unite to raise awareness and challenge the stigma around #Alzheimer’s and #dementia. It’s time to act and support a dementia-friendly world! Lucía Crivelli Jorge Llibre-Guerra ADI Alzheimer's Association