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New Research Could Help Provide Insight into Protein Implicated in FTD, ALS
The toxic buildup of a protein linked to FTD and ALS is the focus of new National…
University of Buffalo Study Highlights Importance of Sleep for Dementia Caregivers
Lack of a good night’s sleep can have significant impacts on dementia caregivers, as well as on…
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AFTD Statement on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Our Work AFTD’s staff and Board stand in solidarity…
People with Dementia Find Companionship in Robotic Cats During COVID Isolation
As COVID-19 continues to pose unique challenges for those living with FTD and other types of dementia,…
Canadian FTD Advocate Speaks to Finding Hope During COVID-19
A former emergency room nurse who is living with FTD speaks to the challenges of COVID-19 in…
New Research Could Offer Clues into Rare Neuron Linked to bvFTD
New research into rare, spindle-shaped neurons found deep within the brain could have implications for future studies…
FTD Caregiver and Advocate Shares What She Has Learned
In an interview that highlights the unique challenges faced by millennial caregivers, Aisha Adkins shares what she…
Champion Race Car Driver Sir Jackie Stewart Shares Wife’s FTD Journey
In an interview with the Daily Record, the three-time Formula One champion Sir Jackie Stewart speaks to…
UK Woman Shares Road to Accepting FTD Diagnosis
After two years of searching for answers to explain why she didn’t feel ‘quite right,’ Tracey Lane…
National Geographic Highlights Impact of COVID-19 Isolation on FTD Care
In a photo series that captures the profound impact of isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic, a photojournalist…