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Facts and Figures report details escalating Alzheimer's epidemic
An estimated 5.4 million Americans have Alzheimer's, including 110,000 in Minnesota and North Dakota. Nearly 15 million people care for someone with the disease. The Alzheimer's Association's 2011 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures report details the growing prevalence and escalating impact of Alzheimer's and dementia on individuals, caregivers, families, government and the nation's healthcare system. This year's edition also includes a special report on early detection and diagnosis.
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Read the USA Today article >>
Watch the story on CBS Evening News with Katie Couric >>
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National Healthcare Decisions Day
April 16, 2011, marks the fourth annual National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD). NHDD is a nationwide program committed to ensuring that all adults with decision-making capacity have the information and opportunity to communicate and document their healthcare decisions. Events will be held around Minnesota and in Fargo, North Dakota this month, giving people the opportunity to learn more about and complete a healthcare directive.
Please help support the planned events in your communities by attending and spreading the word to others.
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Linder's Flower Mart Fundraising
Time to plant! On the weekend of May 13-16, 2011, the Alzheimer's Association is partnering with Linder's Garden Center to raise funds and awareness for families living with Alzheimer's disease. A perfect weekend to stock up on spring blooms and garden essentials, simply bring this coupon to the nearest Linder's Garden Center or Flower Mart location and present it at the time of checkout anytime that weekend. Linder's will donate 15% of your pre-tax purchase to the Alzheimer's Association.
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