Peter Lamy Center on Drug Therapy and Aging

09/30/2026

As World Alzheimer’s Month comes to a close, the work of raising awareness continues year-round. By encouraging conversation, sharing information, and supporting greater understanding of dementia, we can all contribute to more informed and supportive communities.

09/30/2026

New Elm article from Age-Friendly University Steering Committee member Dr. Isabell May

From Aging Research to Innovation: Making Room for Experimentation

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Innovation in aging starts with creating space to experiment, fail, and see new possibilities.

09/25/2026

“Empowering pharmacists for healthier futures” Excited to be a part of FIP this year in Montreal and to connect with pharmacists from ALL over the globe. Let's continue collaborating and improving the care of the patients we serve.

09/22/2026

Today is National Fall Prevention Awareness Day.

Safe mobility is an important part of age-friendly care. During Maryland Falls Prevention Awareness Week, we're raising awareness about fall prevention and supporting older adults in staying safe, active, and independent.

Explore falls prevention resources from the National Council on Aging: https://www.ncoa.org/page/falls-prevention-awareness-week-videos-infographics-handouts-and-more/

Use and share NCOA's videos, handouts, infographics, and more to encourage older adults to be falls free during , September 23-27, 2024.

09/21/2026

What does an age-friendly pharmacy look like in practice?

A new Becker's Hospital Review article takes a closer look at the nation's first age-friendly pharmacy and explores what age-friendly pharmacy practice can look like in the community.

Read more: https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/pharmacy/inside-the-nations-first-age-friendly-pharmacy/

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09/21/2026

Today is World Alzheimer’s Day

September 21 is World Alzheimer’s Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia around the world. Together, we can continue to promote greater awareness, understanding, and support for those impacted by dementia.

09/18/2026

Join the fight against Alzheimer's by participating in this year's Walk to End Alzheimer's.

Every step helps raise awareness, honor those impacted by Alzheimer's and other dementias, and support the ongoing fight against this disease.

Scan the QR code on the flyer below to learn more and register.

09/16/2026

Diagnosis Matters

The earlier you know, the more you can do. This World Alzheimer’s Month, we’re helping raise awareness about the importance of timely diagnosis and the role it can play in connecting individuals and families with information, care, and support.

09/10/2026

September is World Alzheimer’s Month, a time to raise awareness, challenge stigma, and support conversations around Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

09/08/2026

New Elm article from Age-Friendly University member and author Dr. Diane Martin: Learn how Maryland Project ECHO Dementia is helping strengthen Maryland's age-friendly workforce through education, collaboration, and person-centered care.

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Maryland has the highest dementia prevalence rate in the country. Maryland Project ECHO Dementia, which begins today, Sept. 8, builds professionals’ capacity to deliver person-centered dementia care.