The World Dementia Council
@worlddementia.bsky.social
International Council stimulating innovation and pursuing opportunities for global collaboration against dementia.
Registration is now open for the WDC Satellite Summit in Istanbul on 29 April 2026. Held the day before the @alzassociation.bsky.social AAIC Satellite Symposium, this invitation-only meeting will convene global leaders to advance brain health worldwide. Learn more: bit.ly/4o8Sd1j
February 4, 2026 at 8:01 PM
Registration is now open for the WDC Satellite Summit in Istanbul on 29 April 2026. Held the day before the @alzassociation.bsky.social AAIC Satellite Symposium, this invitation-only meeting will convene global leaders to advance brain health worldwide. Learn more: bit.ly/4o8Sd1j
📰 In the latest edition of @alzdemjournals.bsky.social, the World Dementia Council previews its 2026 programme: brain health and advocacy, AI and technology, and summits in Istanbul, London and Guangzhou to turn dementia science into better care. Read more: bit.ly/4qaA9EP
February 2, 2026 at 3:05 PM
📰 In the latest edition of @alzdemjournals.bsky.social, the World Dementia Council previews its 2026 programme: brain health and advocacy, AI and technology, and summits in Istanbul, London and Guangzhou to turn dementia science into better care. Read more: bit.ly/4qaA9EP
What role does advocacy play in shaping global dementia policy? Our next virtual dialogue — part of the WDC advocacy series — will tackle this question and more. 👉 Learn more: bit.ly/48JXQx4
January 22, 2026 at 2:14 PM
What role does advocacy play in shaping global dementia policy? Our next virtual dialogue — part of the WDC advocacy series — will tackle this question and more. 👉 Learn more: bit.ly/48JXQx4
The World Dementia Council is pleased to be a Brain Economy Action Forum Pathfinder organisation supporting “The Human Advantage: Stronger Brains in the Age of AI,” a new report from the McKinsey Health Institute and World Economic Forum. Learn more: bit.ly/4qrTUsh
Stronger Brains in the Age of AI
<p>In the age of AI, prioritizing the brain can strengthen the human capacities essential for well-being, connection and progress. This report makes the case for investing in the brain health and brai...
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January 21, 2026 at 4:17 PM
The World Dementia Council is pleased to be a Brain Economy Action Forum Pathfinder organisation supporting “The Human Advantage: Stronger Brains in the Age of AI,” a new report from the McKinsey Health Institute and World Economic Forum. Learn more: bit.ly/4qrTUsh
Dementia is not just a medical challenge — it’s a global one. Ageing populations demand urgent action on research, care and innovation. The WDC is driving collaboration to keep dementia high on the global agenda. More: bit.ly/49ObAap
"Growing old is not for wimps": A personal reflection on dementia in Scotland - Professor Frank Gunn-Moore - Enlighten
“Growing old is not for wimps”. This is the comment my grandfather made to me when he learnt that my research was looking at Alzheimer’s disease. Subsequently, as I started to speak more openly about ...
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January 20, 2026 at 5:52 PM
Dementia is not just a medical challenge — it’s a global one. Ageing populations demand urgent action on research, care and innovation. The WDC is driving collaboration to keep dementia high on the global agenda. More: bit.ly/49ObAap
We were proud to attend the World Brain Health Forum 2026. Hosted by @institutducerveau.bsky.social it was an inspiring gathering of global leaders advancing brain health and dementia innovation. Collaboration is key to progress on diagnostics, treatments, and risk reduction.#WBHF2026
January 16, 2026 at 4:56 PM
We were proud to attend the World Brain Health Forum 2026. Hosted by @institutducerveau.bsky.social it was an inspiring gathering of global leaders advancing brain health and dementia innovation. Collaboration is key to progress on diagnostics, treatments, and risk reduction.#WBHF2026
The World Dementia Council was proud to join this important conversation on advancing brain health and dementia research. Collaboration is key to driving progress and improving lives worldwide.
#WBHF2026
#WBHF2026
🧠 The second session of the day highlighted opportunities to transform brain disorder management. Experts explored how neuroscience, AI, and molecular approaches can help overcome current limitations in treatments and prevention.
#WBHF2026
#WBHF2026
January 15, 2026 at 9:51 PM
The World Dementia Council was proud to join this important conversation on advancing brain health and dementia research. Collaboration is key to driving progress and improving lives worldwide.
#WBHF2026
#WBHF2026
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🌍 The World Brain Health Forum 2026 continues today at the UNESCO House with its main conference, opened by Serge Weinberg, Jean Todt, Olivier Goy, Didier Samuel, and Stéphanie Debette, followed by inaugural speeches from Khaled El-Enany, H.E. Ban Ki-moon, and Dr. Tedros.
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#WBHF2026
January 15, 2026 at 9:18 AM
Scientific progress in dementia is clear — but implementation is the next frontier. ICYMI: Our December update in Alzheimer’s & Dementia explores insights from the WDC session at the Cognitive Neurology Association Summit. Learn more: @alzdemjournals.bsky.social: bit.ly/3KULYQU
January 9, 2026 at 4:21 PM
Scientific progress in dementia is clear — but implementation is the next frontier. ICYMI: Our December update in Alzheimer’s & Dementia explores insights from the WDC session at the Cognitive Neurology Association Summit. Learn more: @alzdemjournals.bsky.social: bit.ly/3KULYQU
Where does the brain health narrative strengthen advocacy — and where does it risk becoming too broad? Our upcoming global dialogue brings leaders together to define sharper messaging and real-world application. Learn more: bit.ly/48JXQx4
January 5, 2026 at 4:43 PM
Where does the brain health narrative strengthen advocacy — and where does it risk becoming too broad? Our upcoming global dialogue brings leaders together to define sharper messaging and real-world application. Learn more: bit.ly/48JXQx4
Next year, WDC will host three Summits focused on advancing dementia progress — from public health implementation to clinical practice and strategic direction for the field. Explore the programmes: bit.ly/49exTYm
January 2, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Next year, WDC will host three Summits focused on advancing dementia progress — from public health implementation to clinical practice and strategic direction for the field. Explore the programmes: bit.ly/49exTYm
Wishing you a Happy New Year from the World Dementia Council! 🌍✨ We remain committed to turning breakthroughs into real-world impact — advancing diagnostics, treatments, and brain health for a brighter future. Here’s to progress in 2026.
January 1, 2026 at 5:36 PM
Wishing you a Happy New Year from the World Dementia Council! 🌍✨ We remain committed to turning breakthroughs into real-world impact — advancing diagnostics, treatments, and brain health for a brighter future. Here’s to progress in 2026.
November: Biomarkers — lessons from innovators → bit.ly/3MBeuqX
December: Cognitive Neurology Association Summit roundtable → bit.ly/3KULYQU
December: Cognitive Neurology Association Summit roundtable → bit.ly/3KULYQU
World Dementia Council Update
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December 29, 2025 at 5:03 PM
November: Biomarkers — lessons from innovators → bit.ly/3MBeuqX
December: Cognitive Neurology Association Summit roundtable → bit.ly/3KULYQU
December: Cognitive Neurology Association Summit roundtable → bit.ly/3KULYQU
August: Innovation in brain health — India virtual dialogue → bit.ly/47X5PI5
September: Advocacy breakfast at AAIC in Toronto → bit.ly/47PmkWJ
October: Diagnostics and Treatment — India virtual dialogue → bit.ly/48RZ4I6
September: Advocacy breakfast at AAIC in Toronto → bit.ly/47PmkWJ
October: Diagnostics and Treatment — India virtual dialogue → bit.ly/48RZ4I6
World Dementia Council update
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December 29, 2025 at 5:03 PM
August: Innovation in brain health — India virtual dialogue → bit.ly/47X5PI5
September: Advocacy breakfast at AAIC in Toronto → bit.ly/47PmkWJ
October: Diagnostics and Treatment — India virtual dialogue → bit.ly/48RZ4I6
September: Advocacy breakfast at AAIC in Toronto → bit.ly/47PmkWJ
October: Diagnostics and Treatment — India virtual dialogue → bit.ly/48RZ4I6
May: Advocacy strategies & WDC Summit in London → bit.ly/3Seu7UX
June: Dialogues on dementia in the Caribbean → bit.ly/45TZMDn
July: Inaugural Satellite Summit in Lima, Peru → bit.ly/4may2zG
June: Dialogues on dementia in the Caribbean → bit.ly/45TZMDn
July: Inaugural Satellite Summit in Lima, Peru → bit.ly/4may2zG
World Dementia Council update: Treatment series and WDC summit in London
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December 29, 2025 at 5:03 PM
May: Advocacy strategies & WDC Summit in London → bit.ly/3Seu7UX
June: Dialogues on dementia in the Caribbean → bit.ly/45TZMDn
July: Inaugural Satellite Summit in Lima, Peru → bit.ly/4may2zG
June: Dialogues on dementia in the Caribbean → bit.ly/45TZMDn
July: Inaugural Satellite Summit in Lima, Peru → bit.ly/4may2zG
February: Research & clinical trials in Latin America and the Caribbean → bit.ly/43AXGXC
March: Early lessons from delivering new Alzheimer’s treatments → bit.ly/428c4Wp
April: Brain health and dementia awareness in Latin America and the Caribbean → bit.ly/42UBfL3
March: Early lessons from delivering new Alzheimer’s treatments → bit.ly/428c4Wp
April: Brain health and dementia awareness in Latin America and the Caribbean → bit.ly/42UBfL3
World Dementia Council: Research and clinical trials dialogue, Latin America and Caribbean series
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December 29, 2025 at 5:03 PM
February: Research & clinical trials in Latin America and the Caribbean → bit.ly/43AXGXC
March: Early lessons from delivering new Alzheimer’s treatments → bit.ly/428c4Wp
April: Brain health and dementia awareness in Latin America and the Caribbean → bit.ly/42UBfL3
March: Early lessons from delivering new Alzheimer’s treatments → bit.ly/428c4Wp
April: Brain health and dementia awareness in Latin America and the Caribbean → bit.ly/42UBfL3
As 2025 ends, we’re reflecting on a year of @WorldDementia updates published in @alzdemjournals.bsky.social.
Each month, we shared insights from dialogues, summits and new series advancing dementia research, treatment, brain health and care.
Highlights ⬇️
Each month, we shared insights from dialogues, summits and new series advancing dementia research, treatment, brain health and care.
Highlights ⬇️
World Dementia Council: Research and clinical trials dialogue, Latin America and Caribbean series
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December 29, 2025 at 5:03 PM
As 2025 ends, we’re reflecting on a year of @WorldDementia updates published in @alzdemjournals.bsky.social.
Each month, we shared insights from dialogues, summits and new series advancing dementia research, treatment, brain health and care.
Highlights ⬇️
Each month, we shared insights from dialogues, summits and new series advancing dementia research, treatment, brain health and care.
Highlights ⬇️
📢 WDC’s november @alzdemjournals.bsky.social update dives into the first session of our innovation dialogue series, focused on biomarkers and their promise for dementia care. Explore the discussion: bit.ly/3MBeuqX
World Dementia Council Update
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December 19, 2025 at 4:17 PM
📢 WDC’s november @alzdemjournals.bsky.social update dives into the first session of our innovation dialogue series, focused on biomarkers and their promise for dementia care. Explore the discussion: bit.ly/3MBeuqX
🧠 Virtual dialogue on brain health advocacy — 27 Jan 2026. How is brain health framed as public policy? Where does the narrative work, and where does it need clarity as it overlaps with mental health, cognitive ageing and brain capital?🔗 Details: bit.ly/48JXQx4
December 5, 2025 at 2:43 PM
🧠 Virtual dialogue on brain health advocacy — 27 Jan 2026. How is brain health framed as public policy? Where does the narrative work, and where does it need clarity as it overlaps with mental health, cognitive ageing and brain capital?🔗 Details: bit.ly/48JXQx4
WDC’s new dialogue series on innovation launched 31 Oct, with experts exploring breakthroughs in biomarkers and their potential to reshape dementia research, diagnosis and treatment. Read about it in the November edition of @alzdemjournals.bsky.social: bit.ly/3MBeuqX
December 3, 2025 at 4:06 PM
WDC’s new dialogue series on innovation launched 31 Oct, with experts exploring breakthroughs in biomarkers and their potential to reshape dementia research, diagnosis and treatment. Read about it in the November edition of @alzdemjournals.bsky.social: bit.ly/3MBeuqX
It's a great day in San Diego for Day 2 of #CTAD2025! We look forward to sessions exploring the latest science. This afternoon, we will hold our working lunch on Driving Innovation where experts will discuss policy alignment with breakthroughs in biomarkers, AI, and precision medicine.
December 2, 2025 at 4:48 PM
It's a great day in San Diego for Day 2 of #CTAD2025! We look forward to sessions exploring the latest science. This afternoon, we will hold our working lunch on Driving Innovation where experts will discuss policy alignment with breakthroughs in biomarkers, AI, and precision medicine.
🔬 The World Dementia Council will host a working lunch at CTAD as part of our innovation project, exploring how collaboration and policy can accelerate progress in dementia treatment, diagnosis and prevention. Learn more: bit.ly/4npGD0Y
November 17, 2025 at 3:51 PM
🔬 The World Dementia Council will host a working lunch at CTAD as part of our innovation project, exploring how collaboration and policy can accelerate progress in dementia treatment, diagnosis and prevention. Learn more: bit.ly/4npGD0Y
Earlier today WDC executive director, Lenny Shallcross had the honour of speaking at the Annual Summit of the Cognitive Neurology Association with our trustee Suvarna Alladi. Happening now our session with the @alzassociation.bsky.social.
November 15, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Earlier today WDC executive director, Lenny Shallcross had the honour of speaking at the Annual Summit of the Cognitive Neurology Association with our trustee Suvarna Alladi. Happening now our session with the @alzassociation.bsky.social.
Our Roundtable at the Cognitive Neurology Association Annual Summit is coming up this weekend. Together, we'll address the hard work of implementing dementia science in health systems: diagnosis, treatment and brain health. Learn more bit.ly/3Lw8ak4
November 14, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Our Roundtable at the Cognitive Neurology Association Annual Summit is coming up this weekend. Together, we'll address the hard work of implementing dementia science in health systems: diagnosis, treatment and brain health. Learn more bit.ly/3Lw8ak4
In 2026 we’re hosting three Summits, each examining a different dimension of progress in dementia — from public health implementation, to strategic direction for the field, to clinical practice. Learn more about our Summit Programmes here: bit.ly/49exTYm
November 11, 2025 at 2:35 PM
In 2026 we’re hosting three Summits, each examining a different dimension of progress in dementia — from public health implementation, to strategic direction for the field, to clinical practice. Learn more about our Summit Programmes here: bit.ly/49exTYm