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Former biochemistry professor Joanne T. Douglas, PhD, wrote about her experiences with nfvPPA in a recently published research paper.

Former Biochemistry Professor Shares First-Hand Experience Living with nfvPPA

Joanne T. Douglas, PhD, a former biochemistry professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, shared her…

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A recent US News & World Report article explores the use of antipsychotic drug in dementia care

U.S. News & World Report Explores Antipsychotic Drug Use in Dementia Care

A recent article in US News & World Report explores the use of antipsychotic drugs to treat dementia…

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Tips and Advice: Managing Communication Difficulties

As FTD progressively affects areas of the brain that control reading, writing, speaking, and understanding language, communicating…

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AFTD Webinar: The Promise of FTD Research Trials — What Should I Know About Current Drug Studies?

The science of FTD is quickly evolving. While several years ago, there were no experimental treatments for…

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AFTD senior director of scientific initiatives Dr. Penny Dacks was a recent guest on the Remember Me Podcast

AFTD Senior Director of Scientific Initiatives Talks About FTD Research on Remember Me Podcast

AFTD Senior Director of Scientific Initiatives Penny Dacks, PhD, discussed the different types of ongoing FTD research…

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#FromHopeToAction: AFTD’s 2022 Annual Report

AFTD’s 2022 Annual Report documents progress made bringing hope to action in each area of our mission…

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The World Health organization published a "blueprint" to help guide global dementia research

World Health Organization Publishes “Blueprint” for Global Dementia Research

The World Health Organization (WHO) has published a blueprint for dementia research to guide stakeholders around the…

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L.A. Rams Coach Zac Robinson Shows Support for AFTD’s Mission with Special Cleats

Zac Robinson, quarterback coach and pass game coordinator for the Los Angeles Rams, will don special AFTD-themed…

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Guest Feature: Grace for Yourself

The FTD journey is an emotionally taxing experience, with feelings of guilt, anger, resentment, and frustration accompanying…

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AFTD News: Fall 2022, Vol. 19, Issue 3

In this issue: From Hope to Action: AFTD Commits to Bold 2022-2025 Strategic Plan; AFTD Updates Several…

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