Alzheimer’s Disease: What Are the Facts? (2814)

Today, more than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s. By 2050 this number is projected to be close to 13 million. One in three seniors dies of Alzheimer’s or another dementia. It is the seventh leading cause of death in the U.S. In 2019, Covid 19 has contributed to a 17% increase in Alzheimer’s cases.

Joining Host Jim Cathcart to look at the definition and causes of Alzheimer’s, Dementia, and Mild Cognitive Impairment, and what if anything we can do to be less risk-prone are:

Karen Jennings
Care & Support Specialist
Alzheimer’s Association, Dallas & Northeast Texas Chapter, and 

Kelly Willmore, MPH, CPH, CHES
Coordinator Programs & Services
Alzheimer’s Association 

References:
Alzheimer’s 24/7 Hotline: 800-272-3900
www.al.org/dallasnetexas
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease: alz.org/10signs

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