The United States government recently announced a major education and research campaign against Alzheimer's disease. The brain-wasting disease has no cure. The plan includes more efforts to develop drugs to prevent it. In the United States, more than five million people have Alzheimer's or some other form of dementia. As the population gets older, the number is expected to reach almost eight million by twenty-thirty. By then, experts say Alzheimer's and other dementia disorders could affect as many as sixty-six million people worldwide.

The national Alzheimer's plan calls on scientists to develop treatments to prevent the disease by twenty twenty-five. Officials at the National Institutes of Health have promised fifty million dollars to help support that effort. NIH held a conference of the nation's top Alzheimer's researchers where NIH Director Francis Collins discussed the plan. He said that researchers have learned more about the disease in the past few years than probably ever before.

Early next year, scientists at the Banner Alzheimer's Institute in Arizona plan to begin human testing of an experimental drug. The drug is called crenezumab, and the hope is it will prevent Alzheimer's. The study will involve members of a large extended family living in villages in the Medellin area in Colombia. Some of the family members have a rare genetic disorder that causes them to get early-onset Alzheimer's. They begin to show signs of mental loss in their mid-forties and fully develop the disease by their early fifties.

Three hundred people have agreed to be in the study. One-third of them will receive crenezumab. The others will be given a placebo, a pill that does not contain any drug. They will not know if they have been given the drug or the placebo. The study will also include a smaller number of people in the United States.

Pierre Tariot will help lead the study, known as a human trial. He says all of the people have been informed that the drug might not work or that they might receive a placebo. Mr. Tariot says the people still wanted to be in the study because the disease has affected every generation for centuries.

Scientists hope that if the drug works in those facing early-onset Alzheimer's, then it might also help older adults.The study in Colombia could take as long as five years, but researchers believe they could get results in two years.

For VOA Special English, I'm I'm Carolyn Presutti.(Adapted from a radio program broadcast 23May2012)
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  1. Having Alzheimer's disease knocked my mother off her life and had her living like a mad person, I didn't know how the better part of her life eluded her, my mind was completely splatted in two, She showed a severe decline in her mental and cognitive skills in the last few years and her quality of life had deteriorated greatly in the past 2 years where she was mostly bedridden. I am very glad my partner sought help and now she is free from all signs of psychosis. She was healed through the herbal medicines from Dr. Rohan (BRONGEE). I believe there is no act of kindness that is too small that is why I am sharing this testimony here. If you have anybody who is diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, I will advise you to opt out from western medication and go for BRONGEE herbal medicine. you will have every reason to be happy again just as I am. You can visit his blog to know more about this herbal medicine. https://herbalcureforalzheimeranddementia.blogspot.com/
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  2. I read through with interest. I once believed Alzheimer's disease has no cure. Well, it is true with western medications, but not with herbal medicine. My Dad's experience opened my eyes to the reality of a cure through herbs. My Father was a vibrant man before his encounter with Alzheimer's. He was a scientist, hence his mental capability was never in doubt. In 2015, he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. The symptoms manifested through repeating conversation and gradually forgetting things. It became progressive from finding the right words during a conversation, to significant confusion and forgetting details about himself. It was not a good experience, seeing your father whose brilliance had no match totally became a shadow of himself. His doctor said the disease has no cure, just medications for treatment which had a lot of side effects were administered to him. Early 2018, while on the internet, I bumped into a story of Alzheimer's, and I read about a cure through herbs. With interest, I researched more to be sure it was not a hoax.  In my quest, I contacted Dr. Rohan mentioned in the testimony, I got his herbal medicine for my father, just after 2 weeks of using his herbal supplements I began to see improvement and in just 5 months, my father was completely healed from this horrible disease called Alzheimer's. It's been 3 years and he is perfectly okay and back to his laboratory work even at old age. For your loved ones with Alzheimer's or Dementia, take them off Western Medication and go for BRONGEE herbal medicine. Dr. Rohan can be reached through dr.rohanronjohn@gmail.com You will come back to testify

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  3. I read this wonderful life experience shared by someone cured from Alzheimer disease through herbal medicine and I am delighted to also share my husband’s cure experience. My husband’s struggle with memory loss started 10 years ago. I was worried, when he began to ask repeated questions and practically forgot all special memories we shared including the children’s birthday and our wedding anniversary. Work became impossible, so he had to retire. I had to constantly make him write down dates and months and paste around the house. The doctor prescribed palixid and I also used lecithin and saffron capsules medications which came with untold side effects, without providing a cure. I got to a stage that I almost gave up and let fate have its course on his health. The love I have for him pushed me to keep searching and gladly, I got to know about Dr. Mohan herbal supplements for Alzheimer disease. My husband’s memory loss saw great improvement after one month of treatment with Dr. Mohan and after 7 months he bounced back to life completely. It may suit you to consult him if your loved one battles Alzheimer or dementia. Via drajaymohanbose@gmail.com

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  4. I read through with interest. I once believed Alzheimer's disease has no cure. Well, it is true with western medications, but not with herbal medicine. My Dad's experience opened my eyes to the reality of a cure through herbs. My Father was a vibrant man before his encounter with Alzheimer's. He was a scientist, hence his mental capability was never in doubt. In 2015, he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. The symptoms manifested through repeating conversation and gradually forgetting things. It became progressive from finding the right words during a conversation, to significant confusion and forgetting details about himself. It was not a good experience, seeing your father whose brilliance had no match totally became a shadow of himself. His doctor said the disease has no cure, just medications for treatment which had a lot of side effects were administered to him. Early 2018, while on the internet, I bumped into a story of Alzheimer's, and I read about a cure through herbs. With interest, I researched more to be sure it was not a hoax.  In my quest, I contacted Dr. Rohan mentioned in the testimony, I got his herbal medicine for my father, just after 2 weeks of using his herbal supplements I began to see improvement and in just 5 months, my father was completely healed from this horrible disease called Alzheimer's. It's been 3 years and he is perfectly okay and back to his laboratory work even at old age. For your loved ones with Alzheimer's or Dementia, take them off Western Medication and go for BRONGEE herbal medicine. Dr. Rohan can be reached through dr.rohanronjohn@gmail.com You will come back to testify.

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  5. My mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease 7 years ago, almost when all hope was lost due to several failed attempts in making her healthy. My desire to see her permanently free drives me into searching the internet for possible solutions which led me to a video about Alzheimer’s disease on YouTube, I met with a comment on how an herbal doctor cures Alzheimer patients with natural herbs. I collected the doctor's contact and reached out to him, we talked about it and he asked few questions about her physical challenges which I answered, and then he prepared the herbal medicine and sent them to me here in Tennessee with prescriptions on how to use attached, I ensured my mom took the herbal medicine accordingly and in 3 weeks of using this medication, we began to see improvement in her health and now, I am so glad to share this testimony that after 8 months, my mom is permanently healed from this horrible disease called Alzheimer, and now she is living her best life. Contact Dr. Rohan via dr.rohanronjohn@gmail.com you will come back for your testimony.  

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  6. My mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease 7 years ago, almost when all hope was lost due to several failed attempts in making her healthy. My desire to see her permanently free drives me into searching the internet for possible solutions which led me to a video about Alzheimer’s disease on YouTube, I met with a comment on how an herbal doctor cures Alzheimer patients with natural herbs. I collected the doctor's contact and reached out to him, we talked about it and he asked few questions about her physical challenges which I answered, and then he prepared the herbal medicine and sent them to me here in Tennessee with prescriptions on how to use attached, I ensured my mom took the herbal medicine accordingly and in 3 weeks of using this medication, we began to see improvement in her health and now, I am so glad to share this testimony that after 8 months, my mom is permanently healed from this horrible disease called Alzheimer, and now she is living her best life. Contact Dr. Rohan via dr.rohanronjohn@gmail.com you will come back for your testimony. 

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  8. I read through with interest. I once believed Alzheimer's disease has no cure. Well, it is true with western medications, but not with herbal medicine. My Dad's experience opened my eyes to the reality of a cure through herbs. My Father was a vibrant man before his encounter with Alzheimer's. He was a scientist, hence his mental capability was never in doubt. In 2015, he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. The symptoms manifested through repeating conversation and gradually forgetting things. It became progressive from finding the right words during a conversation, to significant confusion and forgetting details about himself. It was not a good experience, seeing your father whose brilliance had no match totally became a shadow of himself. His doctor said the disease has no cure, just medications for treatment which had a lot of side effects were administered to him. Early 2018, while on the internet, I bumped into a story of Alzheimer's, and I read about a cure through herbs. With interest, I researched more to be sure it was not a hoax. In my quest, I contacted Dr. Rohan mentioned in the testimony, I got his herbal medicine for my father, just after 2 weeks of using his herbal supplements I began to see improvement and in just 5 months, my father was completely healed from this horrible disease called Alzheimer's. It's been 3 years and he is perfectly okay and back to his laboratory work even at old age. For your loved ones with Alzheimer's or Dementia, take them off Western Medication and go for BRONGEE herbal medicine. Dr. Rohan can be reached through dr.rohanronjohn@gmail.com You will come back to testify.

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  9. Having Dementia knocked my mother off her life and had her living like a mad person, I didn't know how the better part of her life eluded her, my mind was completely splitted in two, She showed a severe decline in her mental and cognitive skills in the last few years and her quality of life had deteriorated greatly in the past 2 years where she was mostly bedridden. I am very glad my partner sought help and now she is free from all signs of psychosis. She was healed through the herbal medicines from Dr. Rohan (BRONGEE). I believe there is no act of kindness that is too small that is why I am sharing this testimony here. If you have anybody who is diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, I will advise you to opt out from western medication and go for BRONGEE herbal medicine. you will have every reason to be happy again just as I am. You can visit his blog to know more about this herbal medicine. https://herbalcureforalzheimeranddementia.blogspot.com/  or write to him directly on WhatsApp via +393512146722.
     He is well known for his groundbreaking treatments concerning the brain and kidney issues.

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  13. HOW MY MOTHER WAS CURED FROM ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE

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  14. My mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease 8 years ago, almost when all hope was lost due to several failed attempts in making her healthy. My desire to see her permanently free drives me into searching the internet for possible solutions which led me to a video about Alzheimer’s disease on YouTube, I met with a comment on how an herbal doctor cures Alzheimer's patients with natural herbs. I collected the doctor's contact and reached out to him, we talked about it and he asked a few questions about her physical challenges which I answered, and then he prepared the herbal medicine and sent them to me here in Tennessee with prescriptions on how to use attached, I ensured my mom took the herbal medicine accordingly and in 3 weeks of using this medication, we began to see improvement in her health and now, I am so glad to share this testimony that after 8 months, my mom is permanently healed from this horrible disease called Alzheimer, and now she is living her best life. Contact Dr. Rohan via dr.rohanronjohn@gmail.com you will come back for your testimony

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