Alzheimers Disease (Biographies of Disease) by Linda C. Lu | Juergen H. Bludau M.D.

Low stock: 3 left

233mm x 155mm x 11mm

Pages: 160

This book provides a comprehensive overview of Alzheimers disease, including information on the afflictions history, diagnosis, and effects on family members.

Alzheimers disease is a vastly underrecognized disease that primarily appears in patients age 65 and older. It affects the entire family of those afflicted and has a tremendous impact on our health care systemGÇòthe Alzheimers Association estimates the cost of treating this form of dementia at $172 billion annually in the United States. Current treatment with medications has only limited success. Therefore, awareness of symptomsGÇòwhich are often mistaken for aging or stressGÇòand early recognition of the disease are the best ways to help patients and their caregivers.

Alzheimers Disease is written to provide a broad overview of the disease, conveying all information and concepts in easy-to-read and understandable language. This text is intended for high school and college students, but is appropriate for general reading audiences as well.