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    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
    African-Americans and Alzheimer's Disease  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    Today more than 5 million people have Alzheimer's. And African-Americans may be at especially high risk for the disease. Learn more about Alzheimer's, how you can reduce your risk and how to get stres... Details >
    Alzheimer's Association
    Alzheimer's - Caregivers' Guide  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    Now that someone you care for has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, many profound changes will occur in your life. This section examines the unique role of the caregiver, taking a look at the c... Details >
    NCOA Headquarters
    Alzheimer's - Patient Guide  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    Alzheimer's disease can be difficult to diagnose and a challenge to endure. This information will help you determine whether you have symptoms of Alzheimer's or simple age-related forgetfulness and wi... Details >
    NCOA Headquarters
    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  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    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 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
    Organizations
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    Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
    Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Publications Clearinghouse, Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
    Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center, National Institute on Aging
    National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, National Institutes of Health
    National Institute of Mental Health, National Institutes of Health
    National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, National Institutes of Health
    National Institute on Aging, National Institutes of Health
    Alzheimer's AssociationExternal Links Disclaimer Logo
    Alzheimer's Disease Research CenterExternal Links Disclaimer Logo
    American Academy of NeurologyExternal Links Disclaimer Logo

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