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B-Roll: Diagnostic TestingVO: The burden of Alzheimer’s disease on the country is growing. According to the Alzheimer’s Association 2018 Facts and Figures report there are more than 5 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s – and someone develops the disease every 65 seconds. On CameraSuper: Keith Fargo, Ph.D., director of scientific programs and outreach, Alzheimer’s AssociationAlzheimer’s in this country is quickly reaching a tipping point and the need to accelerate research efforts and advance better treatments has never been greater. B-Roll: Residential Care VO: Nationally, the cost of caring for people with Alzheimer’s will reach more than a quarter of a trillion dollars this year – an increase of 7 percent over last year. And without better treatments or a cure for the disease – the Alzheimer’s Association warns costs could rise to more than $1 trillion by the year 2050.B-Roll: In-house CareFamily assisting PWDVO: But the financial burden is only the tip of the iceberg. 35 percent of Alzheimer’s caregivers report their health has gotten worse due to caregiving responsibilities. On CameraKeith Fargo, Ph.D. director of scientific programs and outreach for the Alzheimer’sAssociation.This report shines light on pressures Alzheimer’s caregivers are facing. 83% of caregiving comes from family and friends. It’s important for families to be aware of these disease-related challenges and reach out to the Alzheimer’s Association for help.B-Roll: Dr. Fargo walking down the hall or working at his computer Fargo adds while Alzheimer’s is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, it’s the only one among the top 10 that can’t be slowed, cured or prevented. And, given the enormous burden Alzheimer’s places on the country – it must remain a public health priority.On Camera: Dr. Fargo, Ph.D. director of scientific programs and outreach for the Alzheimer’s Association.VO: Research is key. We’ve seen tremendous advances made in other diseases – such as heart disease, HIV and cancer – when there was significant commitment to research. B-Roll: Lab researchVO: Fargo is confident that same progress will be made in Alzheimer’s. He says eliminating the disease is not a matter of if – but when. ................
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