How can a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease help patients and their families?

<p>In this special sponsored episode, we explore the importance of identifying Alzheimer's disease early. Our guests will be neurologist Andrew E. Budson and Alzheimer's caregivers Jess Rappé and Ellie Freedman. They will share their expertise and personal experiences as we delve into the challenges of diagnosing Alzheimer's, its impact on patients, families, and society, and the benefits of early detection. We'll also discuss practical steps that primary care clinicians can take to facilitate earlier diagnoses, including increasing understanding of early signs and symptoms, conducting regular assessments, using objective tools, and communicating effectively with patients and families. Don't miss this informative and inspiring episode, brought to you by the Academy for Continued Healthcare Learning, with a special thanks to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Chicago.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href= "https://www.diagnose-alz.org/?utm_source=kevinmd+blog&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=kevinmd+blog&utm_id=kevinmd+blog"> https://www.diagnose-alz.org</a></p> <p><em><a href= "https://www.diagnose-alz.org/?utm_source=kevinmd+blog&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=kevinmd+blog&utm_id=kevinmd+blog"> <img class="alignnone wp-image-171454 size-medium" src= "https://www.kevinmd.com/wp-content/uploads/ACHL_Logo_Color-300x126.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="126" /></a></em></p> <p><em>This article is sponsored by the <a href= "https://www.achleducation.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener nofollow external noreferrer" data-wpel-link= "external">Academy for Continued Healthcare Learning</a>, an independently owned and operated full-service medical education company that has been developing certified health care education for nearly twenty years.</em></p> <p><em>With a special thanks to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Chicago, the <a href= "https://www.diagnose-alz.org/?utm_source=kevinmd+blog&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=kevinmd+blog&utm_id=kevinmd+blog"> accompanying CME activity</a> designed for clinician