World Alzheimer’s Day Today!
September 21, 2008 by Mary Emma Allen
Filed under Diseases & Conditions
Today, September 21, has been designated at World Alzheimer’s Day, when activities focus on world awareness of Alzheimer’s disease. Various events, such as walkathons, workshops, get-togethers have as their goal…creating more awareness of this disease and the people who have been stricken with it. Ultimately this awareness should result in more research and recognition that with an increasing number of people reaching the “Alzheimer’s age,” we will see more need for care of those stricken and support for their families.
Here are some sites/blogs that give recognition to World Alzheimer’s Day. Help spread the word yourself.
- At Minding Our Elders, Carol Bradley Bursack discusses World Alzheimer’s Day: Truly a Global Issue.
- Today is World Alzheimer’s Day at Healthy Aging
- Everyday Health has an Alzheimer’s Disease Center
Are there events in your area? Are you doing something special today with your Alzheimer’s family member? Share with us your thoughts and feelings.
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(c)2008 Mary Emma Allen
