Tuesday, August 07, 2012

Alzheimer's Disease Research Centers


The Alzheimer's Disease Research Centers around the country can be a useful source of care and information for Alzheimer's caregivers and their families.

Alzheimer's Reading Room

I often receive emails asking me how to find someone that is experienced in the diagnosis of dementia, or for other Alzheimer's related problems. When this happens, the first thing I do is ask them their location.

There are about 30 Alzheimer's Disease Research Centers (ADRC) around the country. When most people think ADRC they think research. However, most ADRCs have doctors in practice and practicing neurologists.


These centers can be very helpful to families, and I suggest if you have a problem or question you contact them.

Monday, August 06, 2012

Alzheimers Disease Statistics

Each day on average, 1,252 people are diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in the United States.
Each week on average, 8,764 people are diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.



While many New Yorkers are commuting to and from work each day, another 154 persons are diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.....

Read more about this Sobering Statistic.


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More than half of Americans report that they have been touched by someone (living or deceased) who has Alzheimer's disease, and roughly a third of Americans are worried about getting Alzheimer's.

Learn more about Americans Touched by Alzheimer's.