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Stand with Science. Support Health Equity. Help the World Discover a Promising New Alzheimer’s Treatment.

More than 55 million people live with Alzheimer’s — but global access to treatment is deeply unequal.

Despite limited resources, Cuba’s public biotech sector developed NeuroEPO, a treatment that has shown promising results in slowing the disease’s progression. But access, visibility, and support are blocked by U.S. sanctions and outdated Cold War policies.

Scientist Teresita Rodríguez and her team — made up largely of women — are leading a story of science, care, and resistance.

The film’s engagement campaign is about recognizing that story, sharing it, and building bridges that can shift how the world treats aging, illness, and its people.

Support health equity. Stand with Cuba’s scientists. Help shift the conversation on Alzheimer’s.

Teresita’s Dream isn’t just a film. It’s a call to reimagine global health — and to stand in solidarity with those pushing for solutions against the odds.

A discovery with the power to change how the world treats Alzheimer’s is in danger. With your support, this story can continue.

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U.S. Citizens in Cuba for New Breakthrough Alzheimer’s Treatment

A small but growing number of U.S. citizens are traveling to Havana for a breakthrough new treatment for Alzheimer’s, a disease that systematically destroys a person's memory, personality, and ability to function.

Studies show that, unlike all other medications available for the disease, Cuba’s NeuralCIM not only stabilizes patients, in more than half of cases it reverses many of the symptoms of Alzheimer’s. Cuba approved the medication for use last year, following several years of medical trials.

Dr Bill Blanchet from Colorado has been accompanying his patients to Havana, and says the impact of NeuralCIM on many of them, in just six months, has been life-changing.

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"Continue like this. I will be happy to share this film with my students and proceed to promote it."
– Sana Camo
“The intersection of politics, science, and lived experience is compelling, and the story is genuinely moving. The film opens up important conversations around access, ethics, and the human impact of scientific work.”
– Rebecca, Speech-Language Pathologist (Alzheimer’s care)
"Cooperation, not hostility, with Cuba could mean something for all of our health."
– Gail Reed, MEDICC
“Finally we have something that can make a difference with this disease.”
– William L. Blanchett, MD
"Incredible story. I learned so much about Cuba and Alzheimer’s research."
– Ana C., Public Health Advocate
"This film speaks to the practice of our world being better."
– Catherine Murphy, filmmaker, activist, educator
“Wonderful, personalized look into Cuban biomedical research in service of the people.”
– Jonothan, Science and Health

WAYS TO TAKE ACTION

  • Watch and share the film

    Whether you’re an educator, caregiver, health advocate, or simply someone who believes in science and justice — start by watching the film. Then share it with someone who needs to see it.

  • Work against a policy that makes scientific collaboration challenging

    Help challenge policies that make international scientific partnerships harder, especially between Cuba and the U.S. Stay informed, and amplify stories like Teresita’s that expose the cost of political barriers on human lives.

  • Bring the film to your community

    Host a screening in your:

    • High school or college classroom

    • Community of faith

    • Retirement home

    • Medical school

    • Senior center

    • Local hospital

    • Book club

    • Public library

    • Local film series

      We'll provide a discussion guide, outreach templates, and a screening toolkit to make it easy.

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