NEWT GINGRICH: Alzheimer’s is waging a war on millions. Congress could help us win it
Alzheimer's disease affects millions of Americans, with approximately 7.2 million diagnosed. The impact extends beyond those diagnosed, affecting family and friends as well. Despite advancements in research and early detection methods, healthcare policies hinder progress in treatment and support.
- ▪Roughly one-in-nine Americans age 65 and older suffer from dementia caused by Alzheimer's disease.
- ▪Alzheimer's is the sixth-leading cause of death in America, affecting not just patients but also their caregivers and families.
- ▪Research has identified amyloid proteins as a cause of Alzheimer's, and blood tests can detect early warning signs.
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Opinion NEWT GINGRICH: Alzheimer’s is waging a war on millions. Congress could help us win it Early detection blood tests exist but Medicare policy means people often get diagnosed too late for effective therapies. By Newt Gingrich Fox News Published May 21, 2026 9:00am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Fox News Flash top headlines for August 30 Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Roughly one-in-nine Americans age 65 and older suffer from dementia caused by Alzheimer’s disease. This represents about 7.2 million people, according to the National Institutes of Health. Chances are, you know someone among them.
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