Author: HealthyWomen
Published by: National Women's Health Resource Center, Inc., October 2005
Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia in older adults. As the U.S. population ages, this condition will affect far more than the estimated 4.5 million Americans and their families who now struggle with it. Learn the facts about Alzheimer's disease from HealthyWomen's latest "Fast Facts" series: "Alzheimer's Disease & Your Health." Here, you'll find details about symptoms, resources and questions to ask your health care professional.
