Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's disease is a life altering, debilitating disease that attacks the brain. It can cause problems with vision, language skills, and emotional control, and the over riding symptom is progressive memory loss. Age is a major risk factor for Alzheimer's. While only 5% of adults over 65 have this disease, nearly half the population over 85 have it. Genetics can also play a role.
Symptoms can include memory loss, and, as the disease progresses, confusion, and inability to perform simple daily tasks.