Alzheimers Disease

Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that causes the brain to shrink and brain cells to die. It is the most common cause of dementia — a continuous decline in thinking, behavio

6.7 million Americans
Severity: Life-threatening
Chronic Condition
Not Contagious
Ask Health.AI about Alzheimers Disease
ON THIS PAGE
Table of Contents

At a Glance

What is it?
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that causes the brain to shrink and brain cells to die. It is the most common cause of deme
Who it affects
Adults 65+

Ask Health.AI about Alzheimers Disease

Get instant answers from our AI health assistant

Hi! I can help answer your questions about Alzheimers Disease. What would you like to know?

For informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional.

Sources & References

  1. Mayo Clinic — mayoclinic.org
  2. National Institutes of Health (NIH) — nih.gov
  3. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) — cdc.gov
  4. MedlinePlus — medlineplus.gov
  5. World Health Organization (WHO) — who.int
Was this helpful?