Alzheimer's research deserves more federal funding

Alzheimer’s Disease Blood Test Could Lead to Earlier, More Effective Treatment

Since Alzheimer's disease affects over 7 million people in the U.S., potentially doubling to 14 million by 2050, earlier detection could make a dent in disease progression.

Senators reintroduce bill aimed at early detection of Alzheimer’s

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Mark Warner (D-Va.) have reintroduced the bipartisan CHANGE Act, a bill designed to improve early detection and diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease. The legislation is also backed in the House by Representatives Linda Sánchez (D-Calif.), Darren LaHood (R-Ill.), Doris Matsui (D-Calif.), and Gus Bilirakis (R-Fla.). The CHANGE Act, short for Concentrating on High-Value Alzheimer’s Needs to…

Alzheimer's research deserves more federal funding

The prevalence and cost of Alzheimer’s disease are rising. The Alzheimer’s Association 2025 facts and figures report shows, for the first time, the number of people with Alzheimer’s disease in America is more than 7 million. The national cost of…

Letter to the Editor: Please Fund Alzheimer’s Research

Dear Editor: I am writing on behalf of the nearly 7 million Americans currently living with Alzheimer’s–a number that is expected to increase to nearly 13 million, by 2050. Without medical breakthroughs, this number will continue to rise.  As a former caregiver for someone with Alzheimer’s, I understand firsthand the impact this devastating disease has on families across America. Marilyn, my wife, best friend, and high school sweetheart, was dia…