More than 2,000 Tucson residents are expected to participate in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Saturday, Oct. 21, at Reid Park.
Last year, the walk raised $192,000, contributing to more than $82 million raised nationwide for care, support and research efforts for those impacted by Alzheimer’s.
Organizers say it’s easier than ever to take part. Participants can park at Hi Corbett Field, 700 S. Randolph Way. Shuttles will start running at 7:45 a.m. to registration.
Here are some of the statistics when it comes to Alzheimer’s in Arizona:
- Alzheimer’s is the fourth leading cause of death in Arizona, according to the Arizona Department of Health.
- There has been a 138 percent increase in Alzheimer’s deaths in our state since 2000.
- There are 325,000 Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers in Arizona.
- 35 percent of caregivers for people with Alzheimer’s or another dementia report their health has gotten worse due to care responsibilities.
- Every 66 seconds, someone in the U.S. develops Alzheimer’s.
- For more information, view the 2017 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures report at alz.org/facts
