What is Alzheimer’s?
Alzheimer’s is a form of dementia that causes problems with memory, thinking, and behavior. Symptoms usually develop slowly and get worse over time, becoming severe enough to interfere with daily life.
Why Alzheimer’s?
- It is the only cause of death in the top 10 in America that cannot be prevented, slowed, or cured.
- 1 in 3 seniors dies with Alzheimer’s or another dementia.
- Alzheimer’s disease is the 6th leading cause of death in the United States.
- Every 67 seconds, someone in the United States develops the disease.
- In 2015, Alzheimer’s and other dementias will cost the nation $226 billion. That number is expected to rise as high as $1.1 trillion by 2050.
Who: All AYLUS Branches
What: Join a Walk to End Alzheimer’s near you to make a difference.
How: Find a walk near you by zipcode.
Event Coordinator: Lauren Yang
Contact: laurenyang58@gmail.com
View event flyer: Walk to End Alzheimer’s