Many Americans dismiss the warning signs of Alzheimer's, believing that these symptoms are a part of normal aging. They are diagnosed too late and miss the opportunity to get the best care possible. This is of even greater concern for African-Americans, who are more likely to develop Alzheimer's disease than whites.

African-Americans have a higher rate of vascular disease (diseases involving blood vessels, including heart attack and stroke) – one of the suspected risk factors of Alzheimer's disease. By working together, we hope to reduce these risk factors and reverse the growing trend of Alzheimer's disease among African-Americans.

• Special report on race, ethnicity and Alzheimer's disease shown in 2010 Alzheimer's Facts and Figures
• Stress Relief for the African-American Caregiver

10 Warning Signs

Your memory often changes as you grow older. But memory loss that disrupts daily life is not a typical part of aging.
Learn the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer's disease.

Brain Health

While researchers don't know exactly what causes Alzheimer's disease, they have identified factors that signal a greater risk, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, lack of exercise and diabetes.
Learn how your overall health and the health of your brain are connected.