About Us
ACT-AD is a coalition of committed national organizations seeking to accelerate development of potential cures and treatments to slow, halt or reverse the progression of Alzheimer’s disease through research. Read More
Take Action
Join ACT-AD in making the acceleration and cure for Alzheimer’s disease a national priority. Read More
About the Issue
The impact that Alzheimer’s has on individuals, families and our health care system makes the disease one of our nation’s greatest medical, social and economic challenges. There are currently 4.5 million Americans diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and by 2050 the number is expected to grow to an estimated 14 million. Read More
ACT-AD Activities
ACT-AD and our members conduct activities throughout the year to focus attention on the need to accelerate cures and treatments for Alzheimer's disease.
Latest News
| ScienceDaily: Alzheimer's Research News | |
| Mechanism Of Action Of Antibiotic Able To Reduce Neuronal Cell Death In Brain Uncovered Monday, May 12, 2008 |
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| New Link To Schizophrenia Discovered Friday, May 09, 2008 |
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| New Target For Alzheimer's Disease Identified Thursday, May 08, 2008 |
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| CQ HealthBeat News | |
| Study: Health Care Costs Threaten American Businesses in Global Economy Friday, May 09, 2008 |
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| Study: Mental Illness Costs U.S. Billions in Lost Earnings Thursday, May 08, 2008 |
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| Medicaid Should Not Fund Hospital Surge Capacity, Leavitt Says Wednesday, May 07, 2008 |
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We need your voice! The Act-AD Coalition's success depends upon the involvement of a diverse group of stakeholder organizations. Please join us in making the acceleration and cure for AD a national Priority.