Every year on September 21, World Alzheimer's Day is an important event for promoting awareness regarding Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia. It offers a chance for families, communities, and organizations to unite together to fight against a disease that affects millions of people around the world.

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a disease which leads to cell deterioration in the brain and is the most common cause of dementia, which is recognized by independence in daily activities and a loss in thinking (Breijyeh and Karaman, 2020). Currently, there are about 50 million Alzheimer's illness patients around the world, and this number is anticipated to double every five years, reaching 152 million by 2050. Alzheimer's disease impact influences individuals, their families, as well as the economy, with universal expenditures around $1 trillion each year. There is currently no cure for Alzheimer's illness, however there are medications that may assist with symptoms (Livingston et al., 2020).

World Alzheimer's Day is devoted to honor those who struggle with Alzheimer's, their carers, and the numerous scientists who doing their hardest to discover a treatment. This is a chance for education, with an emphasis on the warning symptoms of dementia and the significance of an early diagnosis. Efforts globally concentrate on eliminating the stigma linked to Alzheimer's disease while encouraging open discussions concerning mental health and aging.

World Alzheimer's Day additionally serves as a call to act now. From promoting dementia-friendly rules to campaigning for more research funding, there are many ways we can collaborate to create a future in which Alzheimer's no longer steals patients of their precious memories. The global campaign advocates hope, awareness, and unity. It promotes all of us to continue working toward an atmosphere in which Alzheimer's is better comprehended, managed more effectively, and ultimately cured.

On World Alzheimer's Day, the significance of pharmacists in the management and treatment of Alzheimer's disease is underlined. Pharmacists, as accessible healthcare professionals, perform a key part in helping patients and caregivers as they treat Alzheimer's disease. Their experience in drug administration assists in developing treatments that are effective, safe, and matched to the particular requirements of patients suffering with this hard condition.

Pharmacists counsel patients on how to use medicines correctly, how to minimize side effects, and the best way to manage possible drug interactions, which is particularly essential for elderly patients who may take many medications. They additionally offer important counseling to caregivers, helping them to comprehend choices for treatment, monitoring symptoms, and navigating the psychological challenges related to the disease.

In addition, pharmacists serve as community educators, encouraging consciousness regarding Alzheimer's prevention, early symptoms, and the importance of quick diagnosis. Their involvement in public health programs, which includes encouraging cognitive health and supplying support services, reflects their commitment to improve the quality of life for people affected by Alzheimer's. On this day, we honor pharmacists not just as healthcare providers, but additionally as caring champions who help patients and their families, providing a beacon of hope in the struggle against Alzheimer's disease.

References:

Breijyeh, Z. and Karaman, R. (2020). Comprehensive Review on Alzheimer's Disease: Causes and Treatment. Molecules, 25(24): 5789. doi: 10.3390/molecules25245789.

Livingston, G., Huntley, J., Sommerlad, A. et al. (2020). Dementia prevention, intervention, and care: 2020 report of the Lancet Commission. Lancet, 396: p. 413–446. doi: 10.1016/S0140-6736(20)30367-6.