Each year, the Alzheimer’s Association releases the Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures report. This year’s report, released March 15th, underscores the urgent need for care, support and research for the 6.7 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s.
Facts and Figures provides scientists, journalists and policy makers accurate information and statistics about Alzheimer’s disease and its impact. Major takeaways from this year’s report include the following:
- Dementia is one of the costliest conditions to society. Earlier diagnoses and advancing treatments can help alleviate the future burden
- As the prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease increases, so does the need for members of the paid workforce who help diagnose, treat and care for those living with the disease
- Today, our nation faces a shortage of dementia care specialists — one that is significant and could grow worse
- Without sufficient dementia care specialists, far too many Americans are not able to receive a timely and accurate diagnosis. A lack of diagnosis means a delay in treatments, care delivery and supportive services
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An accompanying special report, The Patient Journey In an Era of New Treatments exposes critical issues that will have increasingly devastating impacts on patients and primary care physicians if they are not urgently addressed. Many people with early memory and thinking concerns are hesitant to raise the issue with their physician. On top of that, primary care physicians are not proactively asking their patients about cognitive issues. The special report details ways to create better communications between physicians and their patients about brain health and dementia.
Alzheimer’s and Dementia: Where Are We at Now?
What the Latest Research is Telling Us
Monday, April 24, 2023 | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. CT
Join this virtual presentation for a look at the exciting recent updates in Alzheimer’s and dementia research. Participants will hear from three experts discussing trends and treatment options. There will also be an opportunity to hear about current studies in rural and other underrepresented communities as well as how to engage in research. This event is free.
Presenters:
- Lisa Groon | Senior Health Systems Director, Alzheimer’s Association
- Dr. Will Mantyh, MD | Neurologist, University of Minnesota Physicians
- Dr. Josh Fergen, PhD | Senior Research Associate, Memory Keepers Medical Discovery Team
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The Alzheimer’s Association is a worldwide voluntary health organization dedicated to Alzheimer’s care, support and research. The mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Their vision is a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia.®