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AFTD Medical Advisory Council Members Publish Studies on FTD
Two recently published studies on FTD subtypes – behavioral variant FTD (bvFTD) and primary progressive aphasia (PPA)…
Researchers Find Drug Can Reduce Delusions in Persons with Dementia
Researchers have found that a drug that curbs delusions in people diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease did the…
Philly Inquirer Highlights Challenges of Phone Use in Dementia
A recent Philadelphia Inquirer article draws attention to the challenges involved in phone use for persons diagnosed…
Care Team Helps Man with FTD Celebrate His Life
An Alabama man who is living with FTD and in hospice care recently had his wish to…
Georgia Woman Highlights Impact of Family Caregiving
A recent Georgia Health News article calls attention to the toll caregiving has on families – specifically…
KJZZ Reporter Reflects on FTD Experience in Podcast Series
A new podcast series that explores life after dementia offers solace to care partners and family members…
AFTD Launches New Volunteer Program
AFTD’s volunteers devote themselves to bringing help and hope to families facing FTD all across the country….
Australian Study Suggests Art Benefits Persons with Dementia
A new study from Australia highlights the benefits of art for persons diagnosed with dementia, suggesting it…
Remembering Those Who Couldn’t Be There
Tara Leifer and Ross Clevens both know what it’s like to lose a parent to dementia, so…
FTD Care Partner Emphasizes the Importance of Self-care
Larry Gnatzig is often asked about his husband Jeff, but finds the question difficult to answer –…
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