Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer’s Disease

• Alzheimer’s is the 6th leading cause of death in the United States.


• Alzheimer’s is the only disease in the 10 leading causes of deaths in the United States that cannot be cured, prevented or slowed.


• It is estimated that 6.9 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s, and by 2050 it’s estimated there will be as many as 16 million Americans living with the disease.


• The total cost for caring for people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias in the United States is projected to reach $360 billion in 2024. In addition, family and friends provided nearly $350 billion ($346.5) in unpaid caregiving in 2023.


• One-third of Americans over age 85 are afflicted with the illness.


• Typical life expectancy after an Alzheimer’s diagnosis is 4-to-8 years.