Long Description
NIA's 8-pg illustrated fact sheet describes how Alzheimer disease is diagnosed and treated from the onset to the later stages, where patient care involves extensive caregiver support. Covers the cognitive sx and physical changes in the brain that occur as the disease progresses through the mild, moderate and severe stages. Includes information on medications and strategies for maintaining mental function and managing behaviorial sx. Also available in Spanish as 24-pg downloadable PDF.
