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Ending Alzheimer’s with David Cameron
Bloomberg has announced a new four-part podcast series hosted by Alzheimer’s Research UK President and former UK Prime Minister, David Cameron. Lord Cameron first became involved with Alzheimer’s Research UK in 2017, having championed dementia research and the need for vital progress during his time as Prime Minister. In 2025, Lord Cameron’s mother,…
Why we believe someone alive today could be the first person cured of Alzheimer’s.
A cure for Alzheimer’s disease is no longer an impossible idea. It’s a scientific goal that is moving closer every year.
First one cured of Alzheimer’s could be alive today
Alzheimer’s Research UK has launched its biggest campaign yet, The First One, joining forces with BAFTA Award-winning actor and writer Aimee Lou Wood. Launching today during World Alzheimer’s Month, the campaign centres on the message that someone alive today could be the first one cured of Alzheimer’s disease. It highlights how a cure for Alzheimer’s…
Potential Alzheimer’s treatment, trontinemab, hits the news – how does it work and is it available?
Four years ago, the results of a trial for lecanemab marked a turning point. They showed for the first time that Alzheimer’s disease can be slowed by medication. Not long after, another drug called donanemab followed with similar results. In 2026, there are over 150 drugs in clinical trials across the world. More than ever,…
Alzheimer’s Research UK Chief Executive urges Burnham to prioritise dementia
Alzheimer’s Research UK urges the Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, to show leadership on dementia alongside social care reform
Scientists discover mechanism for brain cell death in Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers at King’s College London and the UK Dementia Research Institute have uncovered evidence of a newly identified mechanism of cell death, known as karyoptosis, which could open the door to entirely new treatments aimed at slowing or preventing neurodegeneration.
Presenter Jon Snow on Alzheimer’s diagnosis and last big story in new documentary
Channel 4 News presenter, Jon Snow, shares more about his Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis in new documentary.
A new era in dementia research: Why the UK must step up or get left behind
Prof Sir John Hardy, Vice President of Alzheimer’s Research UK, outlines how the UK can continue to drive progress towards a cure for dementia.
Record £9.5m investment announced for dementia research projects
We’re advancing UK dementia research with a £9.5 million investment to improve diagnosis, develop treatments and bring us closer to a cure
Dementia Frontiers Fund backs 12 international teams to tackle the toughest challenges in dementia
The Dementia Frontiers Fund has selected 12 teams to compete for up to £1.5 million each and tackle major unanswered questions in dementia.
