Join the Walk to End Alzheimer’s September 11

Published 12:00 am Thursday, August 18, 2016

Alzheimer’s disease is the 6th leading cause of death, and the only one in the top ten that has no prevention, treatment or cure. The Walk to End Alzheimer’s, hosted by the Alzheimer’s Association, is the largest annual fundraiser for dementia related education, research, care and support for the people and care givers affected by this devastating disease.

Help us reach the goal of a world without Alzheimer’s: If you don’t know the warning signs of Alzheimer’s besides memory loss, check out this excerpt from one of the most popular articles available through the Alzheimer’s Association (http://www.alz.org), “10 Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s”:

–Memory loss that disrupts daily life; forgetting things but remembering later is normal, repeating the same information is a red flag

–Challenges in problem solving or planning

–Difficulty completing familiar tasks at home, at work, or at leisure

–Confusion with time or place

–Trouble understanding spatial relationships and visual images — this is when driving becomes difficult

–New problems with words in speaking and/or writing (i.e. calling a watch a hand clock)

–Misplacing things and losing the ability to retrace your steps

–Decreased or poor judgement

–Withdrawal from work or social activities — including lifelong hobbies

–Changes in mood and personality — such as confusion, anxiety, or suspicion

If you notice any of the 10 warning signs in yourself or someone you know, schedule an appointment with your doctor. To continue supporting the fight against Alzheimer’s, register on http://www.ALZ.org to join team Living Right for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s.

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