21/09/2021
World Alzheimer's Day - 21 Sep.
Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia. It is a progressive disease beginning with mild memory loss and possibly leading to loss of the ability to carry on a conversation and respond to the environment. Alzheimer's disease involves parts of the brain that control thought, memory, and language.
Learn the difference between everyday forgetfulness and the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease.
True or False? Memory loss is common with age.
Answer: True. It’s common to occasionally forget names, dates or appointments. However, if the memory loss begins to interfere with your daily life—if, for example, you begin relying heavily on notes, electronic reminders or family members for things you used to remember easily—it may be a sign of a more serious issue that needs a doctor’s evaluation.
Which of these is true?
A) Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia.
B) Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain disorder that worsens over time.
C) Alzheimer’s disease is the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States.
D) All of the above.
Answer: D Almost 6 million Americans live with Alzheimer’s disease, and this progressive brain disorder can lead to complications as the brain stops functioning. Once Alzheimer’s is in its end stages, patients are at a higher risk of stroke, infections, pneumonia and other health issues.
True or False? Alzheimer’s disease is part of aging.
Answer: False While the greatest risk factor for Alzheimer’s is age, it is not part of aging. It is a disease of the brain that worsens over time.
Which of these is a risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease?
A) A parent with Alzheimer’s.
B) Having high blood pressure.
C) Both A and B.
Answer: C Both early- and late-onset Alzheimer’s have genetic components, but other lifestyle factors, such as having poor vascular health, may also play a role in developing Alzheimer’s.
