Advances in treatment

While there is currently no cure that can completely halt, prevent, or reverse Alzheimer's, there are newer options that can slow progression and help improve a patient's sense of well-being and independence. And with each passing year, there is better understanding of how and why the condition develops and who may be at the greatest risk. There are hundreds of potential therapies for Alzheimer's being studied in clinical trials all over the world.

You can get involved

Take a look at trial opportunities to see what may be available near you or your loved one facing Alzheimer's. Most studies are for diagnosed individuals but others are seeking healthy volunteers interested in helping to change the course of this life-limiting condition. For trials enrolling patients experiencing symptoms, many require participants to have a partner or caregiver that can assist during the trial experience. This is a good way to learn more about the condition and support your loved one.