The President, like many Presidents before him, has once again proclaimed November as National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month. It was the late Ronald Reagan who first signed such a proclamation; the year was 1982 and the momentous decree called for the nation’s first National Alzheimer’s Awareness Week.
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Today, Alzheimer’s disease will be making its “stamp” on the world, as the United States Postal Service officially unveils the first Alzheimer’s Awareness stamp and issues 65 million of the 42-cents commemorative stamps nationwide. Today, it’s a historic day for those committed to the cause of Alzheimer’s... Read more
After a hectic day at the office, there’s something quite comforting about coming home to not only your human family, but your dog—no matter what, Coral is there with her wagging tail and piercing blue “puppy dog” eyes. Petting her white furry coat offers a sense of calm, of familiarity.
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Alzheimer’s disease is a huge health issue—bigger than any of us, bigger than just for those in the United States to tackle. It is clearly a universal crisis and one that needs to be addressed by all nations of the world.
With 26 million people worldwide currently living with Alzheimer’s disease and the incidence... Read more
I have always been struck by the fact that, unlike most other chronic illnesses, dementia progressively takes away the ability to speak for oneself. Our voice, the ability to articulate our views, is one of our most valuable possessions. When that is gone, it is incumbent upon those who are able to represent with their... Read more