Hyderabad, Sept 18 :
The state government has taken up effective steps to create awareness and provide support to persons suffering from Alzheimer's disease. “The government has laid out a full-fledged road map for providing help and support to persons affected by Alzheimer's and other Dementia and their families. Government is committed to end Alzheimer’s disease in the State by working together with private hospitals," said Chief Minister K Rosaiah to Members of The Alzheimer's and Related Disorders Society of India (ARDSI) -Hyderabad Deccan Chapter, who have met him on Friday.
ARDSI, as a part of the World Alzheimer's Day, organizing the "Memory Walk" with the objective of raising awareness of the disease and urging citizens and supporters to take action and uniting people affected by Alzheimer's diseases and other dementia.
Memory Walk would be held between the Sanjeevaiah Park to Jala Vihar on Necklace Road, on Sunday 20 from 8.30 to 11 am, symbolically to highlight the theme ‘We are our Memories.’ Mr L V Subramanayam, Principal Secretary, Medical and Health and S P Singh, Commissioner and Special Officer, GHMC and other senior officers would participate in the walk. Hundreds of people are expected to participate in the Walk.
The walk is also aimed at providing an opportunity to people with such dementia, carers, medical professionals, Corporates, Society and individuals to assist with the management of the disease.
Besides encouraging organizations to conduct such events like walks, seminars, rallies and get-togethers Government will also support efforts to develop a network of campuses which provide information, education, support and care for all persons with Dementia and those involved in managing the disease.
Alzheimer's is a disease that attacks the brain. It is the most common form of dementia. Memory loss is not a normal part of aging. It may be Alzheimer's - a progressive and fatal brain disease. If one has questions about any of the warning signs, he should consult doctor immediately. Early diagnosis provides the best opportunities for treatment, support and future planning. In India over 3 million are estimated to be affected by the Alzheimer's and Related Disorders and by 2030 this number is expected to double.
When people think about staying fit, they generally think from the neck down. But the health of the brain plays a critical role in almost everything we do. The good news is that we now know there’s a lot one can do to help keep brain healthier. These steps might also reduce risk of Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia. Simple lifestyle modifications also would have an enormous impact on our nation's public health and the cost of healthcare. If we make brain-healthy lifestyle changes and take action by getting involved, we could realize a future without Alzheimer's disease, said Chief Minister K Rosaiah.