Tom Emmer: “In honor of Alzheimer's Awareness Month, I would like to bring attention to a disease that is all too prevalent in our…”

“In honor of Alzheimer's Awareness Month, I would like to bring attention to a disease that is all too prevalent in our country. Alzheimer's is the most common form of dementia, and today, approximately 5.3 million Americans are living with this disease. To put it in perspective, that is the same as the population of the State of Minnesota. Alzheimer's is a cruel disease that knows no limits. From the 30- year-old mother of three young ones who is suffering from early onset Alzheimer's to the elderly grandfather who fails to recognize his loved ones, this is a disease that is devastating families across our country. Unfortunately, statistics show that Alzheimer's rates are rapidly increasing. In fact, by 2050, the number of people age 65 years or older with Alzheimer's is estimated to triple. {time} 1045 Mr. Speaker, at this point in time, Alzheimer's cannot be prevented or cured, which is why we must work harder to ensure that one day life without the risk of Alzheimer's can become a reality. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Members are reminded to address their remarks to the Chair and not to a perceived viewing audience. ____________________”