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Highlights from the National Dementia Plan Pan Regional Workshop 2026
Government representatives, dementia associations and WHO experts gathered in London to share progress, tackle challenges and strengthen collaboration on developing and implementing effective National Dementia Plans worldwide.
ADI attends Western Pacific policy roundtable discussion
The discussions focused on developing a regional policy brief for the promotion, protection and restoration of mental health in older adults, with the inclusion of a focus on dementia awareness and risk reduction.
COSMIC: Investigating risk factors for dementia across different populations
Cohort Studies of Memory in an International Consortium
Eli Lilly presents results for Phase 2 TRAILBLAZER-ALZ trial for donanemab
Phase II trial results found that donanemab slowed cognitive and functional decline in patients with early symptomatic Alzheimer's disease.
My journey as a carer: From a dragging daughter to a ‘Dragon Daughter’
Lily Liu, a former communications professional in the non-profit sector, writes about her unique journey as an immigrant family caregiver in the United States and why she is a 'Dragon Daughter', even during the Year of the Ox.
Italian national dementia plan to receive funding for first time
Though Italy's National Dementia Plan was first approved in 2014, this is the first time that the plan will receive funding by the Italian government.
ADI’s 34th international and 1st virtual conference opens
ADI 2020 will take place from Thursday, 10 December until Saturday, 12 December and feature over 1,500 delegates from around the world.
People with dementia must be priority for COVID-19 vaccine access
People with dementia must be included in the priority groups for new COVID-19 vaccines, both in care homes and at home, say Alzheimer’s Disease International People with dementia are being disproportionately affected by COVID-19 and amongst most vulnerable in society Recent studies show COVID-19 deaths disproportionately affecting people with dementia;…
Open to all: British Land and Canada Water
Emma Cariaga and Ginny Warr of British Land explore what inclusive design means for older people and for business growth. They look at Canada Water, where British Land is creating London’s first new town centre in over 100 years, and at activities across the company’s wider portfolio.