Being Patient: a journalism-driven community for dementia & brain health
You’ve found the world’s leading journalism-driven community platform for patients, caregivers, scientists, and medical professionals who want to advance the conversation around neurodegenerative diseases and brain health.
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Check out our weekly series of livestreamed Q&As with scientists, healthcare experts, and people personally affected by cognitive decline. Attend for free and ask your questions in real time.
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Understanding the different types of dementia
Our latest news and information on the different dementias, plus the gold standard of diagnosis
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Our interactive learning guides offer quick crash courses on brain health topics and dementia care. Browse guides here.

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