Every September, people get together from all over the world to promote awareness and combat the stigma surrounding dementia in general and Alzheimer's disease in particular. We encourage everyone to participate in World Alzheimer's Month, from small businesses to huge organisations, including all of the world's Alzheimer's and dementia associations.
According to our 2019 World Alzheimer Report, many people continue to think that dementia is a natural part of ageing mistakenly. This alone demonstrates how crucial public awareness initiatives, such as World Alzheimer's Month, are for altering attitudes and expanding the public's existing understanding of dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
The 2021 campaign's focus on dementia diagnosis, early warning signs, the ongoing impact of COVID-19 on the worldwide dementia community, and other topics was carried over into this year's theme, "Know Dementia, Know Alzheimer's."
The campaign will pay particular attention to post-diagnosis support in 2022. The campaign aims to emphasise the value of assistance for those living with dementia and their families after a diagnosis in light of current discoveries and future breakthroughs in both dementia treatment and support.
HISTORY OF WORLD ALZHEIMER’S DAY
Alzheimer's is a type of dementia that hinders daily functioning and affects memory. In between 60% and 80% of dementia cases, it is to blame. While treating a German woman in 1901, German psychiatrist Alois Alzheimer made the first official diagnosis of the illness. He inspired the naming of the illness.
Due to the effects, it has on the victim's closest family members, the ailment is frequently thought of as family sickness. One of the main causes of death in the US is Alzheimer's disease. There are no treatments or preventative measures available, and even attempts to reduce the disease's course have failed.
Alzheimer's Disease International (ADI), which was established in 1984, is responsible for aiding victims, educating the public, and advancing relevant laws.
World Alzheimer's Day was first observed in 1994 by ADI in Edinburgh on September 21 as part of their annual conference to commemorate their tenth anniversary. World Alzheimer's Day and World Alzheimer's Month are coordinated globally by ADI, which collaborates with member associations and organisations to plan events and raise awareness.
On World Alzheimer's Day in 2009, the first "World Alzheimer Report" was released, and yearly reports have been published ever since. Although the influence of the day is growing, there is still a knowledge gap and stigma around dementia. Many individuals consider the illness to be a normal aspect of ageing.
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