Breaking: the latest information about Alzheimer's

Understand the risks we all face. Having trouble reading this email? View it in your browser Dear Tushar, We've just published our 2018 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures report, and the numbers are startling. This annual report reveals the burden of Alzheimer's and other dementias on individuals, caregivers and the nation's health care system.   View our NEW Facts and Figures report.     Today, more than 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease. By 2025 — just seven years from now — the number of people age 65 and older with Alzheimer's dementia is estimated to reach 7.1 million, an increase of almost 29 percent from 2018. This year the total national cost of caring for people with Alzheimer's and other dementias will reach $277 billion. Two-thirds of Americans over age 65 with Alzheimer's (3.4 million) are women. Every 65 seconds, someone in the United States develops Alzheimer's. By mid-century, someone will develop the disease every 33 seconds. I encourage you to download our 2018 Facts and Figures report to learn more about the risks we're all facing.   Everyone should know about these critical new statistics, because behind each number is a person affected by this disease. That's why, at the Alzheimer's Association, we're working every day to advance critical care, support and research for those affected by Alzheimer's and other dementias.   Your support is critical to our efforts to stop this devastating disease. Today, please make a gift that will help end Alzheimer's.   Your gift helps further our mission to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.   Together, we can change the numbers. Together, we can change the future. But our work requires dedication from caring friends like you. Your support makes a difference. Thank you.   Sincerely, Donna McCullough Chief Development Officer   P.S. Your generous gift today supports our vision of a world without Alzheimer's disease. Thank you.     Your donation will strengthen our efforts to advance Alzheimer's care, support and research. From face-to-face support to online education programs and promising global research initiatives, your gift makes a difference in the lives of all those affected by Alzheimer's and other dementias in your community and across the world. Thank you for your continued support. Alzheimer's Association National Office, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601 © 2018 Alzheimer's Association. All rights reserved. 800.272.3900 | alz.org® | Donate   Please add info@alz.org to your address book to ensure you receive all future emails.   View your email preferences or unsubscribe.