The AFTD

@AFTDHope

AFTD offers support, education, and research updates about frontotemporal degeneration (FTD) for families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.

King of Prussia, PA theaftd.org Joined May 2011

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The AFTD @AFTDHope Apr 8

The AFTD @AFTDHope Apr 3

Did you know approximately one in five people diagnosed with FTD has a genetic cause, regardless of family history?

That’s why community providers play a critical role in connecting families affected by FTD to genetic services.

👉 Learn more in April’s edition of Partners in FTD Care: bit.ly/47CD82e

Partners in FTD Care graphic with text stating: 'Did you know? Approximately one in five people diagnosed with FTD has a genetic cause, regardless of family history.'

The AFTD @AFTDHope Apr 2

A study published in Molecular Neurodegeneration sets out to find clues that could help detect or better understand #CTE, which shares some features with other disorders like #FTD.

➡️ Learn more: bit.ly/3NQDnzZ

Medical facility with multiple computer screens displaying brain scans. The text on the left reads, "Study Led by AFTD Grantee Investigates Protein Changes Associated with Repetitive Head Injuries." The bottom text reads, "Springer Nature Link.

The AFTD @AFTDHope Apr 1

Healthcare professionals and researchers play a vital role in improving recognition and care for people affected by FTD.

The AFTD 2026 Education Conference offers opportunities to learn from leading experts, hear perspectives from people with lived experience, and connect with colleagues working across FTD research.

Register today: bit.ly/4rZBY8u

The AFTD @AFTDHope Mar 31

Understanding genetic FTD can feel complex, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. ❤️

Join AFTD on April 14 at 4 pm for an open-format webinar with genetic counselor Krista Savage. Bring your questions about genetic testing, family risk, and available resources.

🔴 Sponsored by @Passage_Bio
👉 Sign up today: bit.ly/47YenO3

A webinar announcement for "Ask a Genetic Counselor" presented by AFTD and sponsored by Passage Bio. It features a photo of Krista Savage, MS, CGC, a genetic counselor specializing in neurology and neurogenetics. Scheduled for April 14, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. ET.