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August 17, 2016
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Diagnosis, treatment and care planning may reduce Alzheimer’s disease burden
New research shows that care planning can control costs and improve the quality of life for the more than 5 million Americans with Alzheimer’s disease and their 15 million caregivers, reminding Congress that progress toward a treatment, prevention or cure is critical not only for them but also for the nation’s economy. The Senate Appropriations Committee took a major step toward enhancing care for the millions of Americans affected by Alzheimer’s by including the Health Outcomes, Planning, and Education for Alzheimer’s (HOPE) Act in 2017 spending legislation.

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Children of people with Alzheimer’s participate in research to end the disease
Researchers are hoping to learn what causes Alzheimer’s and what treatments might be effective by studying people whose families have a history of the disease. Children of people with Alzheimer’s are participating in clinical trials due to the wealth of information researchers can obtain from them.
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The late stage of Alzheimer’s can last from several weeks to several years
As Alzheimer’s disease advances, intensive, around-the-clock care is usually required, and the needs of the person living with Alzheimer's will change and deepen. During the late stages, the role of a caregiver focuses on preserving quality of life and dignity.
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