UK dementia coalition calls for national action
Key Questions
What is the UK dementia coalition advocating for?
UK dementia organizations are calling for a 10-year national plan to improve biomarker testing access, noting only 5% of patients receive it versus 30% in Italy, alongside addressing up to 45% preventable cases.
What funding has been announced for UK dementia research?
£9.5M has been invested in blood biomarker research including Lewy body dementia, early diagnosis, and prevention efforts to build infrastructure for breakthroughs.
How is political momentum building for dementia in the UK?
Alzheimer's Research UK's report shows engagement with 74 MPs and appointment of 8 new champions, fostering support for national action on research and care delivery.
UK dementia organizations urge 10-year national plan: only 5% get biomarker testing vs 30% in Italy; up to 45% of cases preventable. £9.5M research investment announced for blood biomarkers (including Lewy body), early diagnosis, and prevention. Alzheimer's Research UK report shows 74 MPs engaged, 8 new champions, building political momentum for infrastructure to deliver breakthroughs.