November is regarded as national Alzheimer’s Disease month to spread awareness on its effects and overall impact. Alzheimer’s is a brain disorder that breaks down memory skills and is the leading cause of dementia. This disease is regarded as one of the leading causes of death in the U.S. and can result in individuals having to rely on others to function. Examples of dementia that affect those with Alzheimer’s include Lewy Body dementia, vascular dementia, mixed dementia, and more. Abnormal buildup of proteins is created with this disease forming plaques preventing function of healthy neurons. Neuron death affects the overall brain tissue as it spreads more and more. Cognitive impairment is another effect causing memory problems interfering with everyday life actions and decisions, problems involving movement difficulties and smell are correlated with the impairment. The three different stages of Alzheimer’s which are Mild, Moderate, and Severe all have greater side effects and show the importance of proper treatment.

Factors such as genetics, vascular conditions, diabetes, and more are reasons for Alzheimer development. The Alzheimer’s foundation of America wanted to bring awareness during this month for the sake of the 6.2 million Americans living with the disease and to help those to help with the fight. Through strategies such as spreading word through social media, joining walks, donating, and creating fundraisers are some ways that the organization is trying to help and for others to join along in the movement.

My References :

https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/what-is-alzheimers
https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/alzheimers-disease-fact-sheet
https://www.downtoearth.org.in/news/why-india-has-the-worlds-lowest-rate-of-alzheimers-disease-9366