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Advice
The main difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia is that Alzheimer’s is a disease in the brain, whereas dementia is a collection of symptoms. Alzheimer’s disease causes cognitive decline, eventually leading to dementia. It’s the most common reason why people get dementia.
Research
Research

Donanemab has been licensed in the UK as a treatment for early-stage Alzheimer’s but is only available privately, not through the NHS. Here's what we know about this new Alzheimer's drug.

Real stories
Real stories

Husband and wife, George and Tencie share how they spotted the first signs of Alzheimer's disease and why it's important to ignore cultural stigma around getting a dementia diagnosis.

Information
Information

Party conference season is a prime opportunity for Alzheimer’s Society to meet with key decision makers and put our calls front and centre of the political landscape.

Research
Research

Lecanemab made headlines as the first MHRA-approved drug in the UK to slow early-stage Alzheimer’s disease, but it has not been recommended for use on the NHS. Here is what we know so far about this breakthrough Alzheimer's drug. 

Real stories
Real stories

Both of Sania Rehman’s grandfathers had dementia, but their experiences were very different. After a career in IT, she has now become a Local Services Manager for Team Sahara (meaning ‘support’ in Urdu) who assist South Asian families to access culturally appropriate help.

Research
Research
Artificial intelligence technology could be a game-changer for people affected by dementia. Find out why Alzheimer’s Society is supporting research in this area.
Real stories
Real stories

Organised by the Premier League and the Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA), representatives from 16 Premier League and English Football League clubs and their charitable foundations came together at the Developing Dementia Initiatives workshop at Premier League headquarters in London.

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