Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia

The Alzheimer's Association website provides general information about Alzheimer's, including warning signs, diagnosis, treatment, and research, as well as more specific information pertinent to groups at high risk for this disease, including African-Americans and Latinos. The site's "About Us" page offers the following resources: a 24-hour, toll-free helpline, an online community, information concerning the Alzheimer's Association Green-Field Library in Chicago, Illinois, a link to their journal, Alzheimer's & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer's Association, and details relevant to the Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk.

The latest news, events, and publications relevant to Alzheimer's disease are available at the Alzheimer's Disease Education & Referral Center's website. It offers information about causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment, along with a list of resources for Alzheimer's literature, advice for caregivers, and clinical trials. The Alzheimer's Disease Education & Referral Center is part of the National Institute on Aging.

On its Alzheimer's page, the Mayo Clinic defines the disease and its causes, risk factors, diagnosis, complications, treatments, prevention, and the ways in which one may cope with this condition. One unique feature of the site is its "Ask a Specialist" link, which allows users to view common Alzheimer's questions that are answered by professionals. The site also offers access to a number of media resources, including slide shows, blogs, podcasts, and videos.