National Memory Screening Day

I’ve blogged before about my experience with Alzheimer’s and how it’s not only affected the person who had been diagnosed but everyone around them, and I failed to mention something out of sheer ignorance. I didn’t realize that you may be able to detect Alzheimer’s disease early, as well as other illnesses with simple memory screening.

Held each November, National Memory Screening Day was set in place by the to help with early detection of Alzheimer’s disease. I think they have, doing so, made many people who were diagnosed aware of what was wrong with them in a way they may have passed over before, so they could stop wasting time and try and get the treatment they need as soon as possible rather than let the onset of Alzheimer’s ruin their lives, which is exactly what this disease does. Finding a cure is so important, but almost more important is early detection of this disease and care for those who already have the affliction. Can you imagine how you’d feel if it were you suffering from Alzheimer’s with no one to turn to for help? What if it were your father or mother? Care for those who’ve been diagnosed can’t be overlooked.

If you’re interested in getting yourself or a loved one screened, you can find screening locations in your area by visiting the National Memory Screening website’s Screening Sites page. And, please, while you’re there read a little more about the warning signs of Alzheimer’s and dementia as well as their Successful Aging tips that range anywhere from participating in activities to following a healthy diet. These are tips everyone should know and share with their friends and loved ones, they may sound simple but they may also save you and your family from heartache later in life.

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