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About Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's (AHLZ-high-merz) disease is a progressive brain disorder that gradually destroys a person's memory and ability to learn, reason, make judgments, communicate and carry out daily activities. As Alzheimer's progresses, individuals may also experience changes in personality and behavior, such as anxiety, suspiciousness or agitation, as well as delusions or hallucinations.
Although there is currently no cure for Alzheimer's, new treatments are on the horizon as a result of accelerating insight into the biology of the disease. Research has also shown that effective care and support can improve quality of life for individuals and their caregivers over the course of the disease from diagnosis to the end of life.
Click the link below to download a .PDF file containing the Basics of Alzheimer's Disease.
Basics of Alzheimer's Disease (PDF)
Click the link below to download a .PDF file containing the Telling The Truth in Diagnosis.
Telling The Truth in Diagnosis (PDF)
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