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The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. #ENDALZ
Jun 10, 2023 4 tweets 4 min read
Before our #UnforgettablePlay pilot tour wraps with 2 final performances in Chicago tomorrow, we’re taking a moment to reflect on its impact. As audiences across the country watched the Davenport family face their matriarch’s Alzheimer’s on stage, new community dialogue started. Image “We are tapping into new ways to connect with community. This disease does not discriminate. Treatment, diagnosis and care needs to be available to everyone.” Sarah Lorance, chair of our national board of directors, helps kick off tonight’s #UnforgettablePlay reception. #ENDALZ
Jun 9, 2023 4 tweets 2 min read
We welcome and celebrate the @US_FDA Advisory Committee’s unanimous endorsement of the efficacy and clinical benefit of lecanemab (Leqembi) as part of the treatment’s traditional approval process. Read our statement: bit.ly/3WXc7jA. Image The next regulatory step toward traditional approval of Leqembi is FDA review, which is required to take place by July 6, 2023.