World Alzheimer's Day - 21 September 2024

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World Alzheimer's Day is celebrated every year on 21st September by all the countries of the world.

An Overview of the News

• The day aims to raise awareness and combat the stigma associated with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.

• World Alzheimer's Day unites global efforts to address the disease and improve care for those affected.

World Alzheimer's Month

• Campaign: This campaign takes place every September under the theme "Timeto act on dementia, Time to act on Alzheimer's."

• Initiation: Launched by Alzheimer’s Disease International (ADI) to promote awareness about dementia.

Historical Background

• World Alzheimer's Day was inaugurated on September 21, 1994, during ADI's annual conference in Edinburgh, Scotland, celebrating ADI's 10th anniversary.

• Collaboration: The first WAD was launched in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO).

• Expansion: In 2010, ADI introduced World Alzheimer's Month as a pilot campaign in 12 countries, making it an annual observance from 2011 onwards.

Alzheimer's Disease International

• Established: 1984

• Headquarters: Located in London, United Kingdom

• CEO: Paola Barbarino