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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

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

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 (ADR), a program of the American Health Assistance Foundation, was established in 1985 to fund research on and educate the public about Alzheimer's disease. Learn about th... Details >

American Health Assistance Foundation  

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

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. ... Details >

Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center, National Institute on Aging

This page links to fact sheets covering a variety of caregiving topics, including adult day care, eating, incontinence, safety, and more.... Details >

Alzheimer's Association  

Being the primary caregiver for a person with any chronic illness is stressful. But Alzheimer's is one of the most stressful illnesses a caregiver can face. ... Details >

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research  

Dementia is not a specific disease. It is a descriptive term for a collection of symptoms that can be caused by a number of disorders that affect the brain. People with dementia have significantly imp... Details >

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, National Institutes of Health

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  

A disaster situation, such as a hurricane or forest fire, can significantly add to the stress and confusion of someone with Alzheimer's. This can lead to unsafe and distressing behaviors, such as wand... Details >

Alzheimer's Association  

Also available in: Spanish 

This booklet is for those who provide in-home care for people with Alzheimer's Disease (AD) or related disorders.... Details >

Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center, National Institute on Aging

This fact sheet provides information about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of multi-infarct dementia.... Details >

Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center, National Institute on Aging

Alzheimer's disease, a condition that affects the brain, occurs in middle or late life, striking men and women of all races, cultures, and backgrounds.... Details >

American Occupational Therapy Association  

These are ten warning signs of Alzheimer's disease.... Details >

Alzheimer's Association