Alzheimer’s disease is a type of dementia. It affects memory, intelligence, judgment, language, and behavior. It is not clear what causes this disease. But it is the most common form of dementia in older adults. It may take many years to develop. Alzheimer’s disease is different than mild memory loss that occurs with aging. Family members usually notice symptoms first. But the person also may realize that something is wrong. ... Read More >
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