Alzheimer's is a fatal and progressive brain disease with no cure and no survivors. Contrary to popular belief, it's not just a disease that strikes the elderly. It's a disease that affects the young and old. It's a disease that affects friends and family. And if it hasn't already, it may affect you.
Alzheimer's is the seventh-leading cause of death in the United States. As many as 5.3 million Americans live with the disease and its devastating symptoms.
And almost 10 million Americans provide unpaid care to a loved one with Alzheimer's, a life-changing responsibility that is draining both emotionally and financially.
In the coming years, as many as 11-16 million Americans will develop the disease, including 10 million baby boomers. Alzheimer's will bankrupt families, communities and our health care system.
Your chances of being diagnosed are increasing every day. Now people in their 30s, 40s and 50s are diagnosed with Alzheimer's.
With your help, there is hope we can turn this epidemic around. All of the funds raised through QUASH® benefit the support, care and research efforts of the Alzheimer's Association. To find out more, visit www.alz.org. |
