Understanding Alzheimer's Disease (Alzheimers #1)
Losing your memory is incredibly frightening, but Americans with Alzheimer's disease are not alone they have 5 million companions, a number that is expected to rise rapidly in the coming years.
Alzheimers Disease
The brains of people with Alzheimer disease (AD exhibit two significantly defferent structures: amyloid plaques and neurofibrillary tangles. Both the plaques and tangles consist mostly of protein and are thought to interfere with brain function and contribute to the dementia that is a hallmark of AD.
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Alzheimer's Self-Assessment
How can you tell if you or loved one are falling prey to Alzheimer's disease? Take this quiz to help you determine if you need to seek the help of a medical professional.