Regarding “Important new Alzheimer’s study focuses on Westchester scientist’s work. Who qualifies?,” lohud.com, Sept. 27:
Your recent article about the promising new Alzheimer’s treatment being developed at Burke Neurological Institute in White Plains should bring hope to everyone who is living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Although this treatment is for people in the early stages, it represents significant progress in the fight to end this terrible disease. However, many people — especially those in underserved communities — are unaware that breakthrough treatments exist and more will soon be available. It is crucial that we raise awareness of the importance of early detection and diagnosis.
As a board member and volunteer of the Alzheimer’s Association Hudson Valley Chapter, I’ve had the privilege of working closely with families affected by Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, diseases that are deeply personal to me. Nine years ago, I lost my dad to Alzheimer’s. Four years prior, I lost an uncle to Alzheimer’s. Currently, my mom has dementia…