Department Updates National Alzheimer’s and Dementia Plan with Greater Focus on Prevention and Innovation; Announces Coordinated Actions Across 10 Agencies

Department Updates National Alzheimer’s and Dementia Plan with Greater Focus on Prevention and Innovation; Announces Coordinated Actions Across 10 Agencies

The Department of Health and Human Services announced the 2026 Update to the National Plan to Address Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (press release). Updates HHS details that the updated plan puts a greater emphasis on reducing dementia risk across the lifespan and translating scientific discoveries into better prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and care. It also formally recognizes related dementias in… (Colocho, October 22, 2026) #Chronic Diseases, #Food and Drug Administration, #Health Equity, #Mental and Behavioral Health, #Prevention, #Public Health