Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's disease is a public health issue affecting millions of Americans. Alzheimer’s is the most prevalent cause of dementia, an umbrella term for memory loss and other types of cognitive decline that affect daily life. Alzheimer’s most commonly afflicts people over the age of 65 but can strike those who are younger (also known as early onset Alzheimer’s). It is a progressive disease, with symptoms worsening over time. Intervention and treatments are available to help those who suffer from Alzheimer’s. Find the latest on Alzheimer’s disease in the news from the American Medical Association here.