Alzheimer's Disease
Understanding Alzheimer's Disease
5.3 million Americans have Alzheimer's Disease (AD) and those numbers continue to climb as our elderly population increases. AD is the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S.
AD is the most common form of dementia and slowly destroys a person's memory, judgment, and functionality.
Recognizing the Signs of AD
Alzheimer’s disease is most often described as occurring in three stages: Mild, Moderate, and Severe.
Drugs Approved for Alzheimer's
There are currently four medications approved by the FDA that were specifically developed to help mitigate some of the Alzheimer’s disease.
Can You Prevent Alzheimer's?
Most causes of Alzheimer's disease are not preventable. However, there are some lifestyle changes you can make to reduce your risk for AD.
Does Ginko Actually Work?
There are numerous clinical trials underway to test the efficacy of a variety of alternative treatments like ginkgo, cognitive training, antioxidants, and exercise.
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Long-Term Complications
Alzheimer's disease has a large impact on the patient and their loved ones.
Diagnosing Alzheimer's
Though not an exact science, doctors today have developed very effective ways to detect Alzheimer's disease.