April 4, 2006 — Alzheimer’s Foundation of America and The HealthCentral Network Develop Enhanced Internet Resources
NEW YORK, NY and ARLINGTON, VA—The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) and The HealthCentral Network, a ChoiceMedia company, have formed a partnership to create new online resources for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and their caregivers. The partnership marries the extensive expertise and resources of AFA in education and care for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related illnesses with The HealthCentral Network’s multimedia capabilities and vast online community of consumers and experts.
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March 21, 2006 — Stigma and Denial Delay Diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease by More Than Two Years on Average, According to New Nationwide Survey
New York, NY — Concern about stigma and denial of symptoms can delay a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease by more than two years (28.7 months) on average after symptoms appear, according to a new survey from the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA). When people with Alzheimer’s disease are concerned about stigma, a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease occurred on average 3.5 years (40.1 months) after symptoms appear. When caregivers are concerned about stigma, delay of diagnosis is even more severe, averaging 6 years (71.4 months). The survey was conducted by Harris Interactive ® on behalf of AFA, a national nonprofit organization providing care and services to individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, and their families.
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March 9, 2006 — Ice Skating Stars Champion Cause of Alzheimer’s Disease
Special Performance to Support Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
February 28, 2006 — Dementia Caregivers Can Connect Weekly via Phone Support Network
February 22, 2006 — Alzheimer’s Foundation of America and Sunrise Senior Living Collaborate to Meet Increased Needs of People with Alzheimer’s Disease in Local Communities
February 15, 2006 — Ice Skating Stars Champion Cause of Alzheimer’s Disease
Special Performance to Support Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
February 1, 2006 — Alzheimer’s Foundation Seeks Grant Applications for Innovative Care
January 10, 2006 — Off the Ice: U.S. Olympic Hopeful Embraces Alzheimer’s Cause
Champion Morgan Matthews Links with Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
