89R21031 BK-D
By: Craddick H.C.R. No. 124
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Alzheimer's disease, the most common form of
dementia, is estimated to affect more than seven million Americans
and more than 460,000 Texans; and
WHEREAS, A progressive neurological condition, Alzheimer's
disease is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States; it
is characterized by the accumulation of abnormal proteins and the
gradual deterioration of neurons in the brain; no cure exists for
Alzheimer's, and treatments are aimed at slowing its advancement
and improving the quality of life of those impacted by the disease;
and
WHEREAS, By age 65, one in nine Americans will develop
Alzheimer's disease, and this figure increases to one in three by
the age of 85; as the disease progresses to its final stage,
individuals exhibit severe cognitive and physical impairments and
may require around-the-clock assistance with daily tasks; the
potential lifetime cost of dementia care is between $350,000 and
$800,000 per person, which translates to an economic impact as high
as $560 billion in the state; and
WHEREAS, With the number of Texans living with Alzheimer's
disease projected to increase to 700,000 by 2030, developing new
treatments has become an increasingly urgent priority, and ongoing
research efforts offer hope of one day turning the tide against this
devastating disease; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas
hereby designate May 6, 2025, as Alzheimer's Advocacy Day and
commend all those who are working to fight this terrible disease and
to support those suffering from it.