Washington, DC (December 12, 2024) — UsAgainstAlzheimer’s applauds the signing of the Building Our Largest Dementia (BOLD) Infrastructure for Alzheimer’s Act, a historic piece of legislation that will significantly accelerate progress in Alzheimer’s research and improve care for the millions of individuals and families affected by the disease. This includes expanding access to early detection tools, improving caregiver support services, and advancing community outreach initiatives. 

George Vradenburg, Chair and Co-Founder of UsAgainstAlzheimer’s, issued the following statement in response to the signing of the BOLD Act into law:

“The BOLD Reauthorization Act is a testament to the bipartisan commitment to address one of the most pressing health challenges facing our nation. By reauthorizing this law, Congress has ensured that public health departments will be fully equipped to apply significant interventions for prevention, early diagnosis, and improved care. We commend and remain grateful to the lawmakers who recognized the urgency of this crisis and acted swiftly in signing this law into effect. This is a win for millions of Americans who face the daily realities of Alzheimer's and dementia, and it is a major step forward in the fight to end the disease."