Alzheimer's Association

The Alzheimer's Association is a voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support, and research. It was established in 1980 and is considered the leading voice for Alzheimer's disease advocacy, fighting for critical Alzheimer's research, prevention, and care initiatives at the state and federal level.

Pronunciation

Alzheimer's Association: /ɑːlts.haɪ.mərz əˌsoʊ.siˈeɪ.ʃən/

Etymology

The term "Alzheimer's" is named after Dr. Alois Alzheimer, a German psychiatrist and neurologist who first described the disease in 1906. The term "Association" refers to the organization of people with a common purpose and having a formal structure.

Related Terms

Alzheimer's disease: A progressive disease that destroys memory and other important mental functions.
Dementia: A group of thinking and social symptoms that interferes with daily functioning.
Neurology: The branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the nervous system.
Psychiatry: The medical specialty devoted to the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of mental disorders.
Advocacy: The act or process of supporting a cause or proposal.
Research: The systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions.

External links

Medical encyclopedia article on Alzheimer's Association
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Alzheimer's Association