Alzheimer‘s Association - October 28, 2021 - The Extra with Shannon Brinias

On Thursday's "The Extra", guests discussed Alzheimer's disease, which impacts an estimated 76,000 Coloradans currently.  National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month kicking off 

November 1, Jennifer Reeder with the Alzheimer's Foundation of America alzfdn.org and Jim Herlihy with the Alzheimer's Association, Colorado Chapter alz.org discussed misconceptions, the latest research, early detection, screening, treatment and prevention.  There was also information provided to let 

individuals know the warning signs, understand the importance of early detection, and learn how to be proactive about reducing their risk.

More information can be obtained through the organizations' helplines: 800-272-3900 and  866-232-8484.