The Observer
The findings of the Cognitive Module in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) 2011 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) confirms the growing prevalence of cognitive decline and future implications of an aging America- and underscores the need for individuals to talk to their doctors about memory problems. This is the first data ever released throught the BRFSS on cognitive decline and its impact.
According to survey results of 21 states, nearly 13 percent of Americans aged 60 years or older ( 1 in 8) reported confusion or memory loss happening more often or getting worse in the previous 12 months. Of these individuals, one-third reported that confusion or memory loss interfered with their work, social activities or ability to do household chores.
"Unfortunately, the number of people affected by dementia is growing at an alarming rate as the baby boomer population grows older," said Richard Elbein, CEO of the Alzheimer's Association, Houston& Southeast Texas Chapter. "Most people don't know when forgetting becomes a serious health problem. By putting off learning more about their condition, people impacted by dementia are being diagnosed too late and miss the opportunity to get the best help possible."
In Texas, 12.6 percent of respondents aged 60 years or older reported increased confusion or memory loss and 40 percent reported that in interfered with their daily life. Despite the know benefits of early detection, nearly 80 percent of individuals with increase memory problems in Texas have NOT discussed their symptoms with a health care provider.
"If you notice signs of memory loss in yourself or someone you know, don't ignore them,' Elbein said. "See your doctor for a checkup."
Early detection allows people to get the maximum benefit from available treatments, consider participating in a clinical trial, establish a support network and plan for the future.
Additionally, studies have shown that the ability to educate oneself and plan for the future is a tremendous asset in anticipating challenges and reducing anxiety, depression and stress- and improves quality of care by allowing for better management of other chronic conditions.
The data collected in Texas was made possible by a collaboration between the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Alzheimer's Disease Program and its volunteer partnership, the Texas Council on Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders, and the Alzheimer's Association. Through the dedicated work of volunteer members implementing the 2010-2015 Texas State Plan on Alzheimer's Disease, the first set of Texas guidelines were developed to assist health care providers in detecting, diagnosing, and treating Alzheimer's disease.
The findings of the Cognitive Module in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) 2011 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) confirms the growing prevalence of cognitive decline and future implications of an aging America- and underscores the need for individuals to talk to their doctors about memory problems. This is the first data ever released throught the BRFSS on cognitive decline and its impact.
According to survey results of 21 states, nearly 13 percent of Americans aged 60 years or older ( 1 in 8) reported confusion or memory loss happening more often or getting worse in the previous 12 months. Of these individuals, one-third reported that confusion or memory loss interfered with their work, social activities or ability to do household chores.
"Unfortunately, the number of people affected by dementia is growing at an alarming rate as the baby boomer population grows older," said Richard Elbein, CEO of the Alzheimer's Association, Houston& Southeast Texas Chapter. "Most people don't know when forgetting becomes a serious health problem. By putting off learning more about their condition, people impacted by dementia are being diagnosed too late and miss the opportunity to get the best help possible."
In Texas, 12.6 percent of respondents aged 60 years or older reported increased confusion or memory loss and 40 percent reported that in interfered with their daily life. Despite the know benefits of early detection, nearly 80 percent of individuals with increase memory problems in Texas have NOT discussed their symptoms with a health care provider.
"If you notice signs of memory loss in yourself or someone you know, don't ignore them,' Elbein said. "See your doctor for a checkup."
Early detection allows people to get the maximum benefit from available treatments, consider participating in a clinical trial, establish a support network and plan for the future.
Additionally, studies have shown that the ability to educate oneself and plan for the future is a tremendous asset in anticipating challenges and reducing anxiety, depression and stress- and improves quality of care by allowing for better management of other chronic conditions.
The data collected in Texas was made possible by a collaboration between the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Alzheimer's Disease Program and its volunteer partnership, the Texas Council on Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders, and the Alzheimer's Association. Through the dedicated work of volunteer members implementing the 2010-2015 Texas State Plan on Alzheimer's Disease, the first set of Texas guidelines were developed to assist health care providers in detecting, diagnosing, and treating Alzheimer's disease.
The number of individuals affected by dementia is growing at alarming rate all over the world
as the societies get aged. Huge research grant has been awarded to brain and cognitive research, yet still dementia is not a curable disease. Like this article suggests, however, being aware of the onset of dementia and preparing for upcoming symptoms will certainly beneficial for all prospective patients.
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