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September 26, 2018
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Americans living with Alzheimer’s may more than double by 2060
The number of people living with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias in the United States is projected to more than double by 2060, according to a new study published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia®: The Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association. More than 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s; the authors from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that number will grow to 13.9 million by 2060, which is similar to other projections. The researchers believe Hispanic Americans and African Americans will see the largest increase.

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Latino health workers make an impact through Alzheimer’s education
“Promotores” is the Spanish term for community health workers, individuals who provide training and resources in Hispanic/Latino communities across the country. Maribel Landeros, a lead promotora, tries to make an impact every day by encouraging people to get involved in clinical studies, which are vital in learning more about Hispanics/Latinos and Alzheimer’s.
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A person living with Alzheimer's or another dementia may be prescribed multiple medications and may also take medications for other conditions. Care needs to be taken with all medications and when more than one is being used.
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