Understanding Alzheimer's Disease

OBJECTIVES

1. Describe two signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease
2. Describe two causes of Alzheimer's Disease
3. Describe the three stages of Alzheimer's disease

ACTIVITIES

Our aging population brings Alzheimer's disease (AD) to the forefront of medical practice for current and future health professionals. Once considered a rare disorder, AD is now seen as a major public health problem that has a severe impact on millions of older Americans and their families. Oklahoma alone had approximately 74,000 people over 65 with AD in 2010 and anticipate that number to rise to 96,000 by 2025. In addition, unpaid caregivers in our state provided nearly 205,843 hours of care in 2010. . This activity will give you a better understanding of Alzheimer's disease, current research, and ideas to help family and other unpaid caregivers.

1. Read Alzheimer's Disease: Unraveling the Mystery
   National Institute of Health Publication Number: 08-3782
2. Read Caring for a Person with Alzheimer's Disease: Your Easy-to-Use Guide
   National Institute on Aging Publication Number: 09-6173)

 

Oklahoma Geriatric Education Center
11 1122 N.E. 13th Street
ORB 1200
Oklahoma City, OK 73117