Can you help support Alzheimer’s research in honour of Bill Shaw?

I had the honour and pleasure of working with Professor Bill Shaw in Manchester for 40 years.  His research in orthodontics raised fundamental questions about the need and benefits of treatment, he supervised the development of the PAR and IOTN indices, he was one of the main drivers of RCT methodology in orthodontics and was a founder member of the Cochrane Oral Health Group. In cleft lip and palate care, his research led to the introduction of new effective treatment protocols for both surgery and orthodontics worldwide.

Bill Shaw changed the lives of thousands. His legacy continues to be felt by families across generations.

As some of you may know, Bill is currently in care with Alzheimer’s disease. He was diagnosed in 2018, and his health has deteriorated quickly. He is now bedridden and unable to talk, but occasionally will give us a smile.  It is heartbreaking to see him suffer like this.

On July 4th, Bill’s son, Stuart, is honouring his Dad in an extraordinary way.

Stuart is taking on the incredible challenge of cycling 600 kilometres in just 24 hours to raise vital funds for Alzheimer’s research—a disease that affects millions of families and continues to rob loved ones of their memories, independence, and dignity.

This challenge will demand immense physical and mental endurance, but it pales in comparison to the daily struggles faced by those living with Alzheimer’s and the families who care for them.

By supporting Stuart, you are helping to fund research that brings us closer to better treatments, improved care, and, one day, a cure.

Please give what you can, share Stuart’s story, and help turn every kilometre into hope.

Thank you for your generosity and support.

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