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 1 Alzheimer's Disease — Basic Story

Diseases can cause many problems. Alzheimer's disease makes people have problems with their thinking. Even
easy tasks are hard to do.
A German doctor discovered the disease in 1907. Back then, it was considered a rare disease. Today, it is
known to be more common.
Alzheimer's disease attacks the brain. It slowly destroys a person's memory. It changes their thinking and the
way they act. About 4 million American adults have this disease.
At times, a person with this disease can become confused. They can have a hard time trying to talk. Sometimes
they forget where they are. Sometimes they do not remember their own family. Eventually, people who have
this disease can no longer take care of themselves.
Alzheimer's disease cannot be cured, but it can get better with treatment. It is important to see a special doctor if
you have this disease.

 2 affects

makes something else change

 3 confused

not able to think clearly

 4 cure

to get rid of a disease

 5 disease

a significant physical illness

 6 eventually

someday

 7 memory

something that is remembered

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