For those that are unaware, Alzheimer’s is a not only a devastating and debilitating disease of the brain, right now it’s also incurable.
Symptoms develop slowly, over time, but researchers believe that the actual brain damage begins years or sometimes decades before the first problems with memory or confusion actually occur. These symptoms grow over time and eventually you lose mental and physical functions.
Each year the number of people touched by Alzheimer’s continues to go up. More than a third of the U.S. adult population has some personal connection to the disease, through a spouse, family member or other blood relative.
We haven’t yet had to deal with a close family member with Alzheimer’s – thankfully. However, in the months before my grandfather passed away from Cancer, he had very similar symptoms. He could hardly remember who we were, or where he was. That was so very painful to watch. I could only imagine how painful it would be to watch someone you love, live like that every single day.
Alzheimer’s is the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States and the only cause of death among the top 10 that cannot be prevented, slowed or cured.
So the question now is how can we help end Alzheimer’s Disease? It’s simple, Join the Alzheimer’s Prevention Registry, created by Banner Alzheimer’s Institute (BAI).
You can help turn concern and fear into energy and support – needed to find treatments to slow, halt or even prevent this disease. The Registry is a community of people all interested in making an impact on Alzheimer’s research, to help stop the disease. It will provide regular updates on the latest scientific advances and news, as well as information on overall brain health. And to overcome one of the greatest obstacles to clinical research, the Registry will support enrollment into a variety of Alzheimer’s prevention studies across the country. The Registry is open to anyone 18 years and older.
Becoming a Registry member is quick and easy. Just visit www.endalznow.org to sign up. You will be asked to provide basic info like name, date of birth and Zip code, and answer a few yes/no questions about your experience with Alzheimer’s.
To learn more about the Registry, visit them online at www.endALZnow.org/Registry. Stay connected with API & The Registry on Twitter and on Facebook.
Resources
- Alzheimer’s Warning Signs - 10 Warning Signs that help identify symptoms that may need further evaluation
- Alzheimer’s vs. normal aging
- Alzheimer’s vs. dementia, and prevention
- Alzheimer’s Prevention Registry (5,000 people are currently enrolled; the goal is to reach 100,000 enrolled by June 2013) -
Let’s help spread the word about The Registry to our friends and families – together we can create a world without Alzheimer’s!
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Banner Alzheimer’s Institute Alzheimer’s Prevention Registry. Facts and info were provided to me, however all thoughts and opinions are my own.
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I’m all registered! Alzheimer’s is a little understood and very ugly disease. The fact that it is affecting so many seniors now is also scary. I wonder, will I be affected when I’m old?
Amy @ Oh So Savvy Mom recent post: Low Entry Giveaways Ending Today!
This disease has struck my family twice now. My Grandfather spend his last 8 years suffering through it and an Aunt and her family are dealing with it now. I was happy to sign up to the prevention registry.
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Thank you for registration!
I haven’t experienced this with any of my family yet. It’s so nice to know that there’s a community to help find a cure and for support. I’ll be sure to share with friends that have experienced this.
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I registered. I don’t have anyone in my family who has had it but my grandmother’s best friend passed from it. It is truly sad to watch anyone deteriorate from this disease.
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Thank you for registering!
Thanks for all of the information It really easy an awful disease to watch someone go thorugh.
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Thanks for helping to raise awareness for such a devastating disease. The effect of Alzheimers on families can be just terrible.
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This is such an important topic. Thanks for all the useful information!
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I used to work at a nursing home so I know all to well how devastating this disease can be. Thanks for spreading the message!
Kas
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I’ve watched both my amazing grandmothers suffer and succumb to this horrible disease. I wish there was more awareness so that we could find a way to cure it. Thank you for posting this.
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I registered yesterday. Alzheimer’s disease runs in my father’s side of the family. I am constantly looking for ways to try and prevent it – so far, the biggest tips I’ve found (not proven, of course, but it doesn’t hurt to try) is to eliminate aluminum in your food (cans, pans, etc) and to eat lots of berries!
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Thanks for the tips Jenn! My mother-in-law also found this article – newscientist.com/article/dn4045-copper-link-to-alzheimers-disease.html
I’m sorry to hear about your grandfather. My grandmother was in the early stages of Alzheimer’s and it was tough. I’m glad this program is around to help people and to offer such wonderful resources.
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Alzheimers is a devastating disease. Kudos to you for writing about it!
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My grandma died from this and her mother before her, as I and my mother probably will. It’s a horrible, horrible disease.
It’s so much more than grandma doesn’t remember me. It’s having the police bring her home because she is barefoot in a snow storm in the middle of the night. It’s grandma suddenly hitting you for no reason. It’s grandma doesn’t remember how to eat, potty and eventually breath. It’s grandma crying in your lap because even though she can’t even remember how to talk or think, she is depressed beyond measure because of her condition. Grandma not remembering me…that was the easiest part.
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My mom’s uncle died in his 60s from Alzheimer’s, and her 91 year old aunt just passed last week after living with it for several years. It is so horrible to watch someone deteriorate with this disease. I worry every day that my mom will get it too. I will definitely sign up for this registry. Thank you for sharing the information!
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Thank you for sharing this information – such a worthy cause!
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I really hope they exceed their goal of 100k! This disease breaks my heart and I want some treatments for it!
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I registered too – thanks for helping spread the word – the facts are certainly sobering…but one day we’ll find a cure!
Thanks for registering Julie!