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Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness season It is important to understand the different signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease and dementia, but also to understand how to care for someone who may be suffering from either of these diseases. In this summer 2024 season of awareness, it is important to keep these in mind all year long. According to the Alzheimer's Association, there are nearly 55 million people across the word who are living with either Alzheimer's Disease or dementia. The Alzheimer's Association defines Alzheimer's diseases as "a type of brain disease, just as coronary artery disease is a type of heart disease. It is caused by damage to nerve cells (neurons) in the brain. the brain's neurons are essential to all human activity, including thinking, talking, and walking." Alzheimer's Associations outlines early signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's and Dementia are: 1. Forgetting recently learned information especially if it effects daily living. 2. Difficulty following a plan 3. Having difficulties completing daily tasks 4. Struggling to remember dates, times, and occasionally where they are 5. Problems with judging distance and differentiating colors 6. Difficulty participating in conversations. 7. Misplacing self from social opportunities 8. Changes in mood If you or someone you know may be experiencing some of these symptoms, please talk to your medical provider as soon as possible. Resources: https://www.alz.org/media/Documents/alzheimers-facts-and-figures.pdf https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/_signs This story was posted on 2024-07-06 13:21:08
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