On the recordJune 10, 2016
Mr. Speaker, June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month. This month is set aside as a time for us to raise awareness of what Alzheimer's disease is, the devastating impact that this disease has on millions of people throughout our Nation, and what we can do to help fight this condition. In Michigan alone, over 180,000 of our seniors are currently facing Alzheimer's disease. Alzheimer's is the sixth leading cause of death in the State. These numbers are only expected to go up over the coming years. As a doctor from northern Michigan, I have seen firsthand the struggle that those living with Alzheimer's face. Here in Congress, I have supported numerous efforts to increase Federal funding for Alzheimer's research as well as plans to offer a higher quality of care for Alzheimer's patients. While we have made great progress in the research and treatment of Alzheimer's disease, it is my hope that we will all continue to work together toward ending this plight. ____________________
