Alzheimer's Disease A general overview of Alzheimer's Disease that includes a description and information about treatment, prognosis and research. Selected references, a list of organizations where users can obtain addit... Details > National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, National Institutes of Health |
Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet Also available in: Spanish Dementia is a brain disorder that seriously affects a person's ability to carry out daily activities. The most common form of dementia among older people is Alzheimer's disease (AD), which involves th... Details > Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center, National Institute on Aging |
Alzheimer's Disease Genetics This fact sheet summarizes current research about the role of genetics in Alzheimer's disease.... Details > Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center, National Institute on Aging |
Alzheimer's Disease Information This fact sheet discusses Alzheimer's disease, its social and economic impact, and the federal programs and services that are available to the public.... Details > U.S. Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services |
Alzheimer's Disease Medications Fact Sheet Also available in: Spanish Five prescription drugs currently are approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat people who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease (AD). Treating the symptoms of AD can provide p... Details > Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center, National Institute on Aging |
Alzheimer's Disease Research Alzheimer's disease is a progressive, irreversible brain disorder with no known cause or cure. It attacks and slowly steals the minds of its victims. Symptoms of the disease include memory loss, confu... Details > American Health Assistance Foundation |
Alzheimer's Disease Research Centers Alzheimer's Disease Centers (ADCs), located at major medical institutions across the US, offer AD diagnosis and medical management, information, services, and resources, and opportunities for voluntee... Details > Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center, National Institute on Aging |
Alzheimer's Glossary This is a glossary of terms related to Alzheimer's disease.... Details > Educational Institution--Follow the Resource URL for More Information |
Caregiver Guide Also available in: Spanish Finding out that a loved one has Alzheimer's Disease can be stressful, frightening, and overwhelming. As you begin to take stock of the situation, here are some tips that may help.
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Depression and Alzheimer's Disease A fact sheet that discusses depression and Alzheimer's disease and how a caregiver can recognize depression in a family member or patient with Alzheimer's disease.... Details > American Academy of Family Physicians |