Linda Sánchez Statement on National Alzheimer’s Action Day (Sept 21 2011)
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Linda Sánchez issued the following statement today in recognition of National Alzheimer's Action Day. The Alzheimer's Association designates September 21st as "National Alzheimer's Action Day" to help raise awareness for Alzheimer's research and care.
"Today, I join the Alzheimer's Association in encouraging all Americans to get educated about a devastating disease that afflicts millions of our friends and neighbors. There is no way to prevent, cure or even slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease, and the American people, unfortunately, know too little about the disease.
"As someone whose father suffers from this debilitating illness, I am acutely aware of the pain and hardship that Alzheimer's inflicts on families. This is why I am committed to finding a cure and working my hardest on legislation that provides support for patients and their families. I hope that my colleagues can join me in supporting funding for education and outreach programs that promote public awareness and reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
"Today is a great day to renew our efforts to fight for funding that supports research, care and services for those affected by this disease."
Alzheimer's Disease affects more than 5.4 million Americans, and is the sixth (6th)leading cause of the death in the United States.
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