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Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Related Dementias
Dr Pat Gillette spoke to the club about Alzheimer’s and related dementias. He spoke about the differences between dementia and Alzheimer’s. Alzhemier’s affects 2/3 rds off those with dementia. Alzheimer’s affects 32-47% of those 85 years and older. 50% of the caregivers experience depression. Today 5.2 million have Alzheimer’s, in Oregon, 76,000 and by 2025, there will be a 91% increase in the cases of Alzheimer’s disease in the State of…
