The past week has meant so much in the fight against Alzheimer's disease. I'm filled with gratitude to all those in the dementia science community who participated in the Alzheimer's Association International Conference® 2025 (AAIC®). It was an extraordinary and inspiring week of new developments in Alzheimer's and dementia research and clinical care.
I'm also thankful for you. The kind of progress that was made here couldn't have happened without the generous support of new partners in the fight against Alzheimer's.
This is a particularly promising moment for the dementia science community, with advancements on all fronts in the fight against Alzheimers and all other dementia. Heres an inside look at some of the top findings at AAIC:
U.S. POINTER Study Shows Structured Lifestyle Program Targeting Multiple Risk Factors Improves Cognition in Older Adults at Risk of Cognitive Decline
Positive actions can make a difference in brain health, and when combined into a program that targets multiple factors like diet, exercise, heart health and cognitive engagement, we now know it can have an even more powerful impact.
Decades-Old Lead Pollution Linked to Memory Problems in Older Adults
People who grew up in areas with moderate to extremely high atmospheric lead levels from 1960 to 1974 were 20% more likely to report memory problems as adults 50 years later. Lead exposure may leave a lasting molecular imprint on the brain, making it more vulnerable to age-related diseases, including Alzheimer's.
Data From Five Cohort Studies of Aging Suggest Taking a Combination of Drugs May Slow Cognitive Decline.
Drugs and therapies include anti-hypertensive, lipid-lowering and anti-diabetes medications.
These results represent tremendous progress, but there is more work ahead. Right now, over 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimers, and more people are diagnosed each day.
I truly believe the sharing and collaborating that took place this week will lead to more discoveries in research and clinical care. Thank you for again supporting our mission to lead the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.
Gratefully,
Maria C. Carrillo, Ph.D.
Chief Science Officer and Medical Affairs Lead
Your donation will strengthen our efforts to advance Alzheimer's care, support and research. From face-to-face support to online education programs and promising global research initiatives, your gift makes a difference in the lives of all those affected by Alzheimer's and other dementias in your community and across the world. Thank you for your continued support.
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