Alzheimer’s

EXPLORE: Health

Here are some things to consider doing.
Some items may not be applicable to you.

Preventing Alzheimer's:

If you're a woman past menopause:

• Ask your doctor about taking estrogen replacement therapy and/or the herb rosemary - may reduce the risk of Alzheimer's

Treatment of Alzheimer's:

• Watch for the following symptom:
  • Memory loss - usually the first sign
• Ask your doctor about taking Vitamin E supplement - to slow the progress of the disease

Caring for patients:

• Don't tell them that they're wrong
• Contact the Alzheimer's Association, 800 272-3900