News

We work in communities across the Florida Gulf Coast, encompassing Sarasota, Fort Myers, Naples, Tampa, St. Petersburg, Odessa, Lakeland and the surrounding areas. 

For Journalists

We are here to help connect you with local families facing Alzheimer's and other dementia as well as that latest in research, care and support. 

Media Contact

Nicole Lesson, Media Relations Manager
Phone: 954.529.6454
Email: ntlesson@alz.org

Press Resources

• Media Kit (English)
• Media Kit (Spanish)
• 2024 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures
• 2024 Florida Fact Sheet

Latest Alzheimer's and Dementia News

4/23/2024 - Venice man tackles Ironman competition despite Alzheimer's diagnosis
4/17/2024 - Experts say more diversity is needed in Alzheimer's disease clinical trials
4/11/2024 - New Florida law to establish dementia training for law enforcement
3/27/2024 - Groundbreaking Alzheimer’s drug being dropped by manufacturer
3/4/2024 - Community marches to find cure for Alzheimer’s
2/15/2024 - Florida bill would provide greater access to biomarker testing for Alzheimer's disease