ICAD News Releases
May 19, 2010
 Alzheimer's Disease to cost United States $20 trillion over next 40 years
A new report from the Alzheimer’s Association, "Changing the Trajectory of Alzheimer’s Disease: A National Imperative" shows that in the absence of disease-modifying treatments, the cumulative costs of care for people with Alzheimer’s from 2010 to 2050 will exceed $20 trillion, in today’s dollars.
April 28, 2010
Association statement on NIH state-of-the-science report on preventing Alzheimer's and cognitive decline
Alzheimer's disease is one of the most critical unaddressed health issues in America. It is critical that we, as a nation, significantly increase investments in Alzheimer research.
March 22, 2010
Needs of Alzheimer population addressed in healthcare reform legislation
The recently passed legislation includes provisions to address the health concerns of a growing Alzheimer population.
March 9, 2010
New report says African-Americans and Hispanics more likely to have Alzheimer's disease than Whites
According to the Alzheimer’s Association’s® 2010 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures, African-Americans are about two times more likely and Hispanics are about one and one-half times more likely than their white counterparts to have Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Although whites make up the great majority of the more than five million people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias, African-Americans and Hispanics are at higher risk for developing the disease.
March 8, 2010
Alzheimer's Association honors SSA commissioner Astrue with Humanitarian Award
Social Security Administration (SSA) commissioner Michael Astrue is the recipient of the Alzheimer's Association's 2010 Humanitarian Award, earning praise from President Obama for ensuring people receive disability benefits in a timely way.
March 3, 2010
Statement on negative Phase III trial results for Dimebon
The Alzheimer’s Association is disappointed to learn of the negative results from the Phase III clinical trial of latrepirdine (Dimebon). Nonetheless, the Association remains optimistic about the future prospects for better Alzheimer treatments and prevention strategies.
February 24, 2010
National Alzheimer's Project Act
As the leading voluntary health and advocacy organization in Alzheimer care, support and research, the Alzheimer’s Association commends Senators Evan Bayh (D-IN) and Susan Collins (R-ME) for their recognition of the escalating Alzheimer threat.
October 22, 2009
Alzheimer's Association Launches Comfort Zone™, The First Comprehensive Location Management System Designed for People With Alzheimer's
Alzheimer's Association Comfort Zone™, powered by Omnilink, is the first comprehensive location management system designed specifically for Alzheimer's, giving people with the disease more freedom and independence in their community while providing their family some peace of mind.
February 11, 2010
Alzheimer’s Association Applauds Social Security Administration for Adding Early-Onset Alzheimer’s To Its Compassionate Allowance Initiative
In its effort to improve and expedite the disability determination process, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced that it will add early-onset Alzheimer’s disease to its Compassionate Allowances Initiative.
October 22, 2009
Alzheimer's Association Launches Comfort Zone™, The First Comprehensive Location Management System Designed for People With Alzheimer's
Alzheimer's Association Comfort Zone™, powered by Omnilink, is the first comprehensive location management system designed specifically for Alzheimer's, giving people with the disease more freedom and independence in their community while providing their family some peace of mind.
September 21, 2009
Celebrities Vie For “Who Wears Purple Best?” Title To Raise Awareness Of New Global Prevalence On World Alzheimer’s Day
Today, on World Alzheimer’s Day, a new report released estimates that 35 million people worldwide – a 10% increase over 2005 – are living with Alzheimer’s and dementia, highlighting the urgent need for action and response. Doing their part, eight Alzheimer’s Association celebrity Champions are having a friendly “Who Wears Purple Best?” competition.
July 29, 2009
Social Security Administration Considers Adding Alzheimer’s To Its Compassionate Allowances List
For people under age 65 with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia, their cognitive impairment can quickly reach a point where they can no longer maintain gainful employment. The Alzheimer’s Association applauds the Social Security Administration (SSA) for holding a hearing today to examine whether these individuals with younger-onset Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias should be included in its Compassionate Allowances Initiative.
March 25, 2009
Response to Release of Alzheimer’s Study Group Report
The Alzheimer's Association commends the independent Alzheimer's Study Group (ASG) on their report released today, “A National Alzheimer’s Strategic Plan: The Report of the Alzheimer’s Study Group”. The report explains the looming national crisis created by Alzheimer’s disease and offers real solutions for the nation.
March 24, 2009
New Report Says Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Triple Healthcare Costs for Americans age 65 and Older
Total healthcare costs are more than three times higher for people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias than for other people age 65 and older, according to the Alzheimer’s Association’s 2009 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures, released today.
March 11, 2009
Sen. Mark Warner (D-Va.) to Co-chair Bipartisan Congressional Task Force on Alzheimer’s Disease
The Alzheimer’s Association is pleased that Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-Va.) has agreed to co-chair the bipartisan Congressional Task Force on Alzheimer’s Disease. Warner joins existing co-chairs Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine), Reps. Ed Markey (D-Mass.) and Chris Smith (R-N.J.). Warner will contribute his own significant knowledge of Alzheimer issues to the Task Force’s commendable work in advancing Alzheimer research and awareness.
February 25, 2009
Response to President Obama’s Address to Congress
In his first address to a joint session of Congress last night, President Obama laid out the significant challenges facing the nation – from a weakened economy, to rising unemployment, to increasing health care costs, acknowledging that “comprehensive health care reform is the best way to strengthen Medicare for years to come.”
February 23, 2009
Impact of Nursing Shortage Crisis on Escalating Alzheimer Population
As the prevalence of Alzheimer’s increases, so does the need for qualified nurses. We applaud the creation of the Champion Nursing Coalition, a broad spectrum of stakeholders who have come together to shed light on the grave threat the nursing shortage poses to the nation and the health care system.
February 16, 2009
Congress Approves $10 Billion in Scientific Research Funding
The Alzheimer’s Association commends Congress for passing the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, which will provide a much needed $10 billion increase in funding for National Institutes of Health (NIH) for research — the largest funding increase for NIH in 5 years. For the more than 5 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease, this investment is a significant first step in working to bring scientific breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s and other major chronic diseases to fruition.
February 12, 2009
New Statement to Medical Community Demands a Dignified Diagnosis of Dementia
In recognition of the changing landscape of Alzheimer’s, the Alzheimer’s Association hosted four regional town hall meetings with more than 800 participants, including 300 people living with the disease. The 2008 report Voices of Alzheimer’s Disease examined the rich dialogue at these town halls and identified diagnostic challenges and dissatisfying interactions with the medical community as two major challenges articulated by people living with the disease. The new, innovative Principles for a Dignified Diagnosis are insights from people living with the disease on how to improve that experience.
January 1, 2009
Loved Ones Notice Tell-Tale Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease During the Holidays
The holidays offer a rare opportunity for busy families to gather. Occasionally, family members notice subtle changes in loved ones that lead to health concerns and questions. Last holiday season, the Alzheimer’s Association toll-free helpline (800.272.3900) reported a 31 percent increase in calls.
December 4, 2008
State Policymakers Urged to Prepare for Emerging Alzheimer Epidemic
The Alzheimer’s Association® applauds the Council of State Governments (CSG) in its effort to inform state legislators about cognitive impairment and the emerging Alzheimer epidemic.
November 3, 2008
Gardening Reduces Stress For Busy Caregivers
This November, during National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month and National Family Caregivers Month and just in time for holiday gift giving, the Alzheimer’s Association and Meredith Publications are helping to reduce caregivers’ stress and beautify gardens nationwide with the Alzheimer Awareness Perennial Garden.
Alzheimer’s Association Launches Interactive Caregiver Stress Check
This November, during National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month and National Family Caregivers Month, the Alzheimer’s Association is helping to relieve the physical and emotional stress these caregivers experience with the introduction of a new resource – Caregiver Stress Check.
October 27, 2008
Alzheimer's Association Statement: Frontotemporal Dementia Included in Compassionate Allowances Initiative
In its effort to improve the disability determination process and expedite the disability claim process, the Social Security Administration has announced it will include frontotemporal dementia (FTD) in its Compassionate Allowance Initiative for Social Security benefits eligibility.
October 17, 2008
Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Stamp Now Available
According to the Alzheimer’s Association’s 2008 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures, an estimated 5.2 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s and this number is expected to grow to 16 million by midcentury. With an aging baby boomer population, this degenerative brain disease will continue to touch more lives. More funding for research and more supportive services for those living with Alzheimer’s disease begins with greater overall public awareness. The Alzheimer’s Association commends the U.S. Postal Service because this new stamp is a tremendous step in that education effort.
October 14, 2008
“Alzheimer’s Disease: Early Detection Matters” Project Receives Most Votes in Members Project From American Express
The “Alzheimer’s Disease: Early Detection Matters” campaign has been selected as the top campaign in the Members Project from American Express and will receive $1.5 million. The Alzheimer’s Disease: Early Detection Matters campaign received more than 24,101 votes from American Express card members as the project they would most like to see funded.
October 7, 2008
Husband Seeks Votes for “Alzheimer’s Disease: Early Detection Matters” Project
The “Alzheimer’s Disease: Early Detection Matters” campaign has been selected as one of the top five campaigns in the Members Project from American Express, which will award $1.5 million to the program that receives the most votes through Monday, October 13. The submitter, Jay Smith, whose wife has early onset Alzheimer’s disease, along with the Alzheimer’s Association, are now asking that card members go to the members project site and vote for the Alzheimer’s Disease: Early Detection Matters campaign.
September 22, 2008
New Study Shows Cognitive and Social Activity in Midlife May Reduce Dementia Risk in Men
Participation in a range of cognitively and socially engaging activities in midlife reduced risk for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia in men, particularly those at elevated genetic risk for the disease, according to a new study published in the September 2008 issue of Alzheimer’s & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association. The authors suggest that the new study “supports the ‘use it or lose it’ hypothesis in aging men.”
September 17, 2008
Alzheimer's Association Holiday Cards Showcase Work of Artists Living with the Disease
Inspirational holiday cards painted by individuals in the early stages of Alzheimer’s are now available through the Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org/shopforthecause. Four different sets of holiday cards are available: one for Thanksgiving, one for the New Year and two different selections for the holidays.
August 26, 2008
Stigma Cited As Top Concern Of People Living With Alzheimer's Disease
Hundreds of people living in the early stage of Alzheimer’s stated that the stigma associated with the disease is one of their top concerns during town hall meetings that the Alzheimer’s Association held across the nation. The Alzheimer's Association released “Voices of Alzheimer’s Disease: Summary Report on the Nationwide Town Hall Meetings for People with Early Stage Dementia” at the 16th annual Dementia Care Conference.
June 12, 2008
Alzheimer’s Disease Supersedes Diabetes As Sixth-Leading Cause Of Death In The United States
Alzheimer’s disease is now the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) National Center for Health Statistics.
May 20, 2008
New Tool For Caregivers Facing the Long-Term Facility Conversation
For many caregivers, one of the most difficult parts of placing a loved one in a long-term care facility can be initiating the conversation. Caregivers of loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease face even more challenges and sensitivities due to the nature of the disease and its complex symptoms.
April 21, 2008
Two Dozen New Celebrities Join the Alzheimer’s Association Champion Awareness Campaign
Well-known personalities, including Terrell Owens, Molly Sims and Wayne Brady, have lent their faces and voices to help the Alzheimer’s Association challenge 5 million Americans – one for every American living with the disease – to learn about the disease and become an Alzheimer’s Champion.
View the celebrity Champion photo gallery on our action site >>
April 10, 2009
Three Winners of New Award for Younger Researchers Announced by Coalition of Alzheimer Organizations
A coalition of leading Alzheimer’s disease organizations today announced the first three recipients of “Tomorrow’s Leaders in Alzheimer’s Disease Research” prizes; a new award mechanism to recognize outstanding young scientists in Alzheimer’s and dementia research.
March 18, 2008
New Report from Alzheimer's Association: 2008 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures
The Alzheimer’s Association estimates that 10 million baby boomers will develop Alzheimer’s disease in the United States, according to their new report released today, the 2008 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures.
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