People over 60 have a 1 in 6 chance of developing Alzheimer 's disease . However , adopting what the association calls `` healthy brain life habits '' may help delay or prevent the appearance of the disease . 80 % of Alzheimer 's caregivers are women , according to new report . The cost of Alzheimer 's care is estimated at $ 1 billion this year alone .
People over 60 have a 1 in 6 chance of developing Alzheimer 's disease . 80 % of Alzheimer 's caregivers are women , according to new report . The cost of Alzheimer 's care is estimated at $ 1 billion this year alone .