September is World Alzheimer’s Month, a time to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and the millions of people and families affected by it. On Sept. 21, World Alzheimer’s Day, we’ll join the global effort to increase understanding, challenge stigma and highlight the importance of brain health and dementia care. How to…
On Aug. 21, we recognize World Senior Citizens Day and celebrate the older adults who enrich our families and communities. Healthy aging includes caring for both the body and the brain. Staying physically active, socially connected and mentally engaged can support overall well-being and quality of life as we age.
Observed annually on July 22, World Brain Day highlights the importance of neurological health and advocates for equal access to care. Spearheaded by the World Federation of Neurology, the global campaign educates communities on how to prevent cognitive decline and manage conditions like Alzheimer’s and stroke.
Join us on June 10th In honor of Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, attend this event in the UF Health Shands Hospital Atrium for a special day of brain health, Alzheimer’s and dementia awareness and education. Worldwide, 55 million people are living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. The Alzheimer’s Association…
While Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Awareness Month is observed in March, we recognize World MS Day on May 30 to honor individuals around the world living with MS, as well as their families and caregivers. Learn more about our MS & Neuroimmunology Disorders Clinic at Fixel. Learn more about The My…
The Alzheimer’s Association, Perioperative Cognitive Anesthesia Network (PeCAN) for ADRD, Mind Aging Neurocognition Health Outcomes and Resilience (MindAnchor), and the 1Florida Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (1Florida ADRC) invite YOU to join us for a Brain Health and Alzheimer’s Awareness Event on WHEN: Wednesday – June 10, 2026 – from 8:00 AM to…
May is widely recognized as Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) Awareness Month, dedicated to raising awareness for the rare neurodegenerative disease that affects movement, vision, and cognition. It is also an opportunity to recognize the individuals living with PSP, as well as the families and caregivers who support them. Learn more…
May is Huntington’s Disease Awareness Month, dedicated to raising awareness for the rare, inherited neurodegenerative disorder that impacts thousands of families. Throughout the month, organizations like the Huntington’s Disease Society of America (HDSA) promote advocacy, education, and fundraising for research, often featuring campaigns and going blue. At the Fixel Institute,…
ALS Awareness Month is a time to raise awareness of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and the challenges faced by those living with the disease. At the Fixel Institute, we continue to advance comprehensive care and research for individuals with ALS. We are also proud to share that we have been recently…
Parkinson’s Facts Everyone Should Know Parkinson’s Awareness Month is the perfect time to brush up on your Parkinson’s facts. Here are 5 fast facts about PD: Nearly 90,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with Parkinson’s each year. Scientists believe a combination of environmental and genetic factors cause PD. People…
