Alzheimer's Awareness Month
NOVEMBER IS ALZHEIMER’S AWARENESS MONTH Every 70 seconds, another American family is affected by Alzheimer’s Alzheimer’s is a complex neurological disease that is the most common form of dementia. More than 5 million people in the United States have Alzheimer’s and more than 10 million are caring for a loved one with the disease. Top Signs of Alzheimer's: 1. Memory Loss: Forgetting recently learned information is one of the most common early signs of dementia. A person begins to forget more often and is unable to recall the information later. What's normal? Forgetting names or appointments occasionally. 2. Difficulty Performing Familiar Tasks: People with dementia often find it hard to plan or complete everyday tasks. Individuals may lose track of the steps involved in preparing a meal, placing a telephone call or playing a game. What's normal? When you occasionally forget why you came into a room or what you planned to say. 3. Pr...