How to care for someone with Alzheimer's disease

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Alzheimer's is a progressive disease that destroys brain cells and affects a person's memory, thoughts, and behaviors.According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Alzheimer's disease affected nearly 5.7 million adults living in the United States in 2016.Many people who have Alzheimer's receive daily assistance and care from their family members, partners, or close friends. According to the CDC, 32% of caregivers of people with dementia provide care for 5 or more years.

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Original Article Source Credits:Medicalnewstoday, https://www.medicalnewstoday.com

Article Written By: Jamie Eske

Original Article Posted on :18 September 2019

Link to Original Article:https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326374.php

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