World Alzheimer’s Day

• World Alzheimer’s Day is observed annually on September 21^st.
• It is a global initiative aimed at increasing awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and reducing the stigma associated with it and other forms of dementia.
• The theme for Alzheimer’s Day 2023 is ‘Never Too Early, Never Too Late”, which emphasises the crucial importance of identifying risk factors and taking proactive steps to reduce those risks.

ABOUT ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE

• Alzheimer’s disease, the most prevalent type of dementia, accounts for 60-70% of dementia cases.
• It is a progressive brain disorder that affects memory, cognitive function, and behavior, gradually impacting an individual’s daily life.