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Cryo-Electron Microscopy Provides Insights into Tau’s Role in Neurodegenerative Disease

New AFTD-funded research published February 6 in the scientific journal Cell provides new and important insights into…

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AFTD Medical Advisor Discusses FTD on Dementia Matters Podcast

Dr. Howard Rosen, a member of the AFTD Medical Advisory Council, recently spoke about understanding and managing…

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Montessori Teaching Method Used to Help Persons with Dementia

A Philadelphia Inquirer article highlights how the use of Montessori teaching in continuing care facilities can help…

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“60 Minutes” FTD Segment to Re-Air on Feb. 2

60 Minutes will again broadcast its segment on FTD, “The Cruelest Disease You’ve Never Heard Of,” on…

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New Research Shows Light Therapy Can Improve Dementia-Related Symptoms

New research suggests that light therapy may help to improve sleeping patterns, mood, and behavior in persons…

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Writer Shares FTD Experience in New York Times Parenting Column

In a NYT Parenting column, writer Lizzie Skurnick draws parallels between watching her 6-year-old son grow older…

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