California SCR80 declares the week of September 21 to September 28, 2025, as Frontotemporal Degeneration Awareness Week.

California SCR80 declares the week of September 21 to September 28, 2025, as Frontotemporal Degeneration Awareness Week. Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD) is a terminal and incurable neurodegenerative disease affecting the frontal and temporal lobes, causing impairments to speech, personality, behavior, and motor skills. FTD is often misdiagnosed and takes an average of 3.6 years to accurately diagnose. The week aims to increase awareness of this serious disease and the need for more research and support for those affected.

California SCR80 declares the week of September 21 to September 28, 2025, as Frontotemporal Degeneration Awareness Week.

California SCR80 declares the week of September 21 to September 28, 2025, as Frontotemporal Degeneration Awareness Week. Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD) is a terminal and incurable neurodegenerative disease affecting the frontal and temporal lobes, causing impairments to speech, personality, behavior, and motor skills. FTD is often misdiagnosed and takes an average of 3.6 years to accurately diagnose. The week aims to increase awareness of this serious disease and the need for more research and support for those affected.