The Alzheimer’s Society has launched a new advertising campaign entitled ‘A personal appeal’.
The campaign, running across TV, cinema, radio, podcasts and social media, features Rachel – who has recently received a dementia diagnosis – talking about her fears for her future.
You can view the advert here: https://youtu.be/K8Q79TXI7QU?si=7oIMYsiWsGh95G1q
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