Alzheimer's Facts and Figures

Alzheimer's Facts and Figures 

• In 2020, among adults aged 45 years and older with one or more chronic diseases, 20.4% reported worsening confusion or memory loss in the past 12 months.
• Of the adults who reported symptoms of cognitive decline, just half (50%) discussed their confusion or memory loss with a healthcare professional

• 2x greater number of hospitalizations of patients with Alzheimer’s than older adults without the disease
• About 80% of persons diagnosed with Alzheimer’s have at least one other chronic condition  https://www.cdc.gov/aging/publications/chronic-diseases-brief.html
• By 2030, 40% of Alzheimer’s patients in the U.S. will be Latino/Black                                                   
• Dangerously and chronically under-diagnosed: > than 60% of Alzheimer’s cases in patients over 65 are not diagnosed*
• Alzheimer’s represent 60% to 80% of all dementia diagnosed
• Today - one new case every 65 seconds. By 2050,  one every 33 seconds
• By 2050 U.S. population age ≥ 65 expected to be 88 million
• Documented Impact on Caregivers’ mental or physical health. 83% of care is unpaid

Alzheimer’s:

• 6th leading cause of death in the US. (11^th in Nassau Co.)

• 5^th leading cause among adults age ≥65

• Deaths increased 45% from 2000 to 2017
• Current Annual costs of care is nearly $300 billion and by 2050 - $1.1 Trillion total /out of pocket:  $198 Billion
• The rates of Alzheimer’s and other dementias also reveal certain health disparities and disproportional Impact on Women, African Americans and Latino Americans
• Other health care disparities include Health Literacy and Access to care
• It is estimated that the prevalence is higher in African Americans. Yet, African Americans are less likely to receive a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or other dementias than whites.
• Genetic factors do not appear to impact risk or prevalence. The greater prevalence in these groups may be caused by the increased incidence of other chronic conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes- both suspected risk factors for Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Socioeconomic factors may also play a role in risk, diagnosis, and care. 
• Adults who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or other sexual identity (LGBT)

• face greater prevalence of behaviors and state of health which are risk factors for dementia, including: Depression, Obesity, Alcohol, and tobacco use Lower rates of preventive screenings, Cardiovascular disease, HIV/AIDS. The LGBTQ community may face other particular challenges related to Alzheimer's and dementia. These include finding inclusive and welcoming health care providers, less ability to call upon adult children for assistance, concerns about stigma and higher rates of poverty and social isolation.

Imagine you or someone you care or care about has Alzheimer’s or dementia….

it can be overwhelming to navigate through an array of information to better understand the disease, find services and learn about the Alzheimer’s journey. We are here to help. You are the way for a Healthier Nassau!