7 Surprising Things That Can Cause Alzheimer’s Disease
Over 44 million people worldwide currently suffer from dementia, and that number is projected to triple in the next 30 years! As the prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease continues to climb, many are sadly watching their loved ones succumb to the disease’s mind vanishing effects.
Alzheimer’s has devastating effects on the daily lives of those afflicted with the disease. As a result, a heavy care burden is often placed on their loved ones – as well as the medical industry. In the United States, Alzheimer’s disease has now surpassed 250 billion dollars a year in annual health care related costs – most of which is paid for by tax dollars through Medicare and Medicaid. In fact, at it’s current growth rate, Alzheimer’s disease related costs alone have the potential to bankrupt Medicare in the next 5 to 10 years!
