World Alzheimer's Day

Why in news?

• World Alzheimer's Day is celebrated every year on 21 September
• Its aim is to raise awareness among people about the challenges faced by patients due to Alzheimer's
• Theme of World Alzheimer's Day 2024 - "Know Dementia, Know Alzheimer's"
• The first World Alzheimer's Day was celebrated in the year 1994

Alzheimer's

• It is a neurological disorder.
• It causes brain cells to degenerate and die.
• It can severely impact a person's ability to carry out daily activities.
• There is no cure, but certain medications and treatments can help temporarily manage its symptoms

Symptoms

• Loss of memory
• Problems with words in speaking or writing
• Mood and personality changes
• Confusion with time or place etc.