Alzheimer's Research UK

Right now, 1 in 3 people with dementia don’t have a diagnosis. And those who do often face unbearably long waits. That’s not just a crisis — it’s wrong. Everyone with dementia deserves to be seen. Sign the petition now: alzres.uk/unseen-scl

Listen to our Ambassador Cian Adams, of @theftdbrothers, talk to @ladyfosp on the @ConvexIn podcast. Cian is joined by his partner Helen, who is a dementia researcher, to talk about losing his mum to a rare genetic form of dementia and his commitment to helping our mission…

Over 700 people joined us in Sutton Park for our #Birmingham #WalkForACure this weekend! Thanks to everyone who took part and volunteered at the event. Your support is directly helping our mission #ForACure. There's still time to sign up for an event near you. Head to our…

We want to collaborate with the best researchers to speed up the search #ForACure. Together, we could find new ways to protect the brain – and your loved ones from the heartbreak of dementia. Help us make this possible: bit.ly/40R0Zbh

A massive THANK YOU to each and every one who participated in our Spring Raffle! 🌸 Your tickets weren't just entries - they were steps towards funding groundbreaking dementia research and bringing us closer to a cure. We truly couldn’t do it without you all. Winners will be…

The wait is over — the Alzheimer’s Research UK Conference returns in 2026! Join us on February 24-25 in Manchester or online for brand new networking opportunities and vibrant research exchange. Save the date: alzheimersresearchuk.org/research/for-r…

Join our London Network Centre on 18 July for a free, interactive day exploring the latest in dementia research. Whether you're a carer, student, researcher, or simply curious about dementia, this free event is open to all. Reserve your spot: eventbrite.co.uk/e/dementia-ope…

Our Inspire Fund is open for applications! Get up to £5,000 for projects engaging underserved communities on brain health and dementia risk. We're holding an Info webinar on 5 August from 12-1pm BST. Apply by 8 September at 5pm BST. Learn more on our website:…

It’s Alcohol Awareness Week! Most of us know that excessive drinking is harmful to our overall health but did you know it also increases dementia risk? In this blog we share some simple tips to help cut back.🧡 alzheimersresearchuk.org/news/everythin…

🚨 Only 5 days left to enter our Spring Raffle! 🎟️ £1 tickets that go towards dementia research 🏆 £5,000 top prize + 20 other fabulous prizes ⏳ Deadline: 15 July | Draw: 16 July Enter now and support our search #ForACure. 🧡 Good luck! 👇 alzheimersresearchuk.org/how-you-can-he…

We were proud to be invited onto the @BBCBreakfast sofa this morning to talk about Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller Rogen’s powerful documentary, #TakingCareFilm. Our Executive Director, Samantha Benham-Hermetz explains why stories like Seth and Lauren’s are important in raising…

We are so grateful to Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller Rogen for sharing their heartbreaking experience of Alzheimer’s on @BBCBreakfast and in their film, Taking Care. Their experience with Lauren’s mum, and those of the millions around the world affected by dementia, shows why it’s…

Alzheimer’s Research UK accepts tax-optimised Bitcoin, Ethereum and hundreds of other crypto donations! 🧡 Donate today! 👇 alzheimersresearchuk.org/how-you-can-he…

The number of people with dementia is predicted to rise to 153 million by 2050. With your #Crypto donation, we will not stop until we find a cure for dementia. 🧡 To donate today via @TheGivingBlock click here: bit.ly/477m16a #Cryptofundraising #Bitcoin #Dementia

The NHS 10 Year Plan is here — but what does it mean for people affected by dementia? From earlier diagnosis to access to treatments, we break down what matters and what happens next 👇 alzheimersresearchuk.org/news/what-does…

“I won a big prize in Alzheimer’s Research UK’s raffle and visited family in Canada. Though breakthroughs came too late for my mum and nan, your ticket could help change the future - and you might get lucky too!” Like Dee, who won £3,000 in our raffle, you could join in too!…

New research from @imperialcollege provides more evidence linking contact sports like rugby to physical brain changes and potential dementia risk in later life. Read what this means for dementia research: alzheimersresearchuk.org/news/head-inju…

📢 Don’t miss your chance to win £5,000! 🌺 Our Spring Raffle is closing soon – enter by 15 July! 🎫 £1 tickets 20+ incredible prizes to be won! Your entry helps fund vital dementia research Help us find a cure today by entering now! 👇 alzheimersresearchuk.org/how-you-can-he…

“Here at Alzheimer’s Research UK, we have real hope for the future” Our Director of Research Dr Sheona Scales spoke to BBC Global News Happy Pod about what’s next for dementia research—from new ways to treat and diagnose Alzheimer’s disease. bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0…