BrightFocus Foundation

Every 35 seconds, someone in the United States develops Alzheimer's disease. More than 7 million Americans age 65 and older are living with it today, and there is still no cure.

This World Alzheimer's Month, we are sharing stories from families who know this disease firsthand, including "The Wire" actor Andre Royo, who cared for his mother, Andrea Royo; Teri Youngdale, whose mother, Gail, is living with Alzheimer's now; and Leticia, who is caring for her mother alongside raising her teenage son.

Watch their stories and explore risk factors and the latest research at StopAD.org.

Reading a prescription label. Recognizing a face from across the room. Seeing the stove dial. For people with age-related macular degeneration (AMD), tasks can change and so can the roles of the people around them.

In recognition of National Family Caregivers Month, our Nov. 18 Macular Chat is about how people with AMD and their care partners can navigate vision loss as a team.

🔗 Register ↘️ BrightFocus.org/MDRChats

Leafy greens, yellow corn and orange peppers contain lutein and zeaxanthin. They build up in the retina, where scientists think they help shield it from light damage.

Researchers have been studying whether these nutrients can help protect against macular degeneration, a leading cause of vision loss in older Americans.

Here’s what we know so far. 🥕 🥬 ↘️

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As blood-based biomarker and genetic testing become more widely available, many people are asking: What happens to my health information once I’m tested?

Jalayne J. Arias joins us tomorrow, November 5, to discuss the legal and ethical considerations surrounding Alzheimer’s testing, including privacy, stigma, and potential discrimination in employment, housing, and insurance.

🔗 Watch Live: youtube.com/live/PnYNdcNQ7…

If you're facing decisions about glaucoma surgery, you don't have to navigate them alone. Tomorrow, Dr. Andrew Kalina, joins our Glaucoma Chat for an informative and encouraging conversation about treatment options, what to expect before and after surgery, and how to feel more prepared for your care journey.

🔗 Listen Live: BrightFocus.org/LiveChatNGR