Alzheimer’s Disease and Brain Awareness Month.
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Overview
This resolution declares June 2026 as Alzheimer’s Disease and Brain Awareness Month in California. It aims to raise public awareness about the disease, encourage efforts to combat its impact, and promote brain health for all Californians. The resolution highlights the significant prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease in the state and the challenges faced by those affected and their caregivers.
Key provisions
- Declares June 2026 as Alzheimer’s Disease and Brain Awareness Month.
- Urges all Californians to commemorate the month.
- Recognizes the significant number of Californians living with Alzheimer’s disease (720,000).
- Highlights the increasing prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease, projected to impact a larger portion of the population by 2040.
- Acknowledges disparities in diagnosis and care among diverse communities, particularly Latinx/Hispanic and Asian American/Pacific Islander populations.
- Notes the substantial burden on caregivers, including the millions of hours of unpaid assistance provided.
- Recognizes the economic impact of the disease, including hospital readmissions and the value of caregiver support.
- Acknowledges ongoing research efforts and fundraising for Alzheimer’s disease treatments.
Who is affected
- California residents
- Individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease
- Caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease
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