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Help & Support: Using Medications to Manage FTD Symptoms

While receiving a diagnosis is a critical first step on the FTD journey, identifying and implementing effective…

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May’s Volunteer of the Month: Dorian Bannister

May’s volunteer of the month is Dorian Bannister. For her, becoming a volunteer was a way to…

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Words of Encouragement: The Power of Four-Letter Words

by Jennifer Lee When I reflect on my life before FTD, I can say that I was…

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Advancing Hope: AFTD Announces Two New Accelerating Drug Discovery for FTD Awards

Before a potential FTD drug is tested in clinical trials, it is evaluated in cell or animal…

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Help & Support: AFTD Provider Letter Now Available for Persons Diagnosed

In recent years, there has been an encouraging increase in FTD awareness, and education about the disease’s…

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May’s Athlete of the Month: Ryan W.

AFTD’s Athlete of the Month Ryan W. and his wife Stephanie (pictured above during a family hike…

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Words of Encouragement From “Shaky Jake” to Confident Chris

by Cathy Hadad When we received my husband Chris’ FTD diagnosis, we were devastated and scared –…

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April’s Athlete of the Month: Traci Toone

AFTD’s April Athlete of the Month is Traci Toone from Texas. Traci has walked over 550 miles…

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April’s Volunteer of the Month: Doris Booth

The volunteer of the month for April is Doris Booth. Long-time AFTD volunteer Doris raised her hand…

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Community Connection: Sharing Your FTD Story

Do you have an interest in raising FTD awareness through the local media? Whether through television, radio,…

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