Tuesday, December 1, 2009

Alzheimer's Bracelet


Alzheimer's Awareness Bracelets are a new trend that helps to find a cure and stop the spread of this shocking disease. I wish it did that on it's own but by purchasing a Bracelet you will donate money to the Alzheimer's Foundation and help raise money for their Alzheimers Research and Treatments. By wearing this snazzy looking bracelet you can help spread awareness of this brain disorder which is getting more frequent. With each bracelet you will be given information on spreading statistics, prognosis and treatment information.

A recent study said over 3 million Americans had Alzheimers and it has become a disease that is affecting many more each year. The worst thing you can do is say I am to young to get this disease as people as young as 44 have been diagnosed with it. The more well known the disease is the better it can be dealt with and we can hope it will get better funding. This is just one of the reasons I recommend getting an Alzheimer's Bracelet.

These Bracelets only cost a few dollars. They usually ask for a donation from the heart. I know I give between $5 and $10 to help the Alzheimer's Federation of America. Every dollar helps in there quest to help others. One year I even bought 4 and gave them away to friends.

Remember this Bracelet is a symbol of all the Alzheimer's Research that has been done and will be done so wear it with pride. But more than that seek out further information. If you are young or dealing with early onset Alzheimer's I suggest reading books. Make the changes to your life that will make a difference. 1 small change to a habit a week can make a huge difference to your life.

This does not only apply to Alzheimer's. But all diseases. So next time you pass that person on the street corner trying to sell a Alzheimer's Bracelets Smile at them and buy a couple. You may need it some day!

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