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About Alzheimer’s Disease

As we age, brain changes can result in memory concerns. There are, however, some cognitive changes that are not part of the normal aging process, but may actually be the onset of Alzheimer’s disease.

Alzheimer’s disease is a degenerative disorder that destroys nerve cells (neurons) in the brain. As these neurons are destroyed, it results in memory loss and other problems with thinking (cognition) and behavior. The disease is progressive, which means it gets worse over time.

• It is the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States.
• It is estimated that 5.8 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease.
• Every 65 seconds someone is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.
• The number of people with Alzheimer’s disease is expected to increase by 88 million by 2050.
• Significant memory loss is not a normal part of growing older or aging. It is often one of the first signs of Alzheimer’s disease

While other leading causes of death are on the decline, Alzheimer’s disease is very much on the rise.