WHO/WHAT: World Alzheimer Congress 2000: "With Change in Mind"
The Alzheimer's Association (U.S.A.), Alzheimer's Disease International and the Alzheimer Society of Canada will host World Alzheimer Congress 2000 (Alzheimer 2000).
Over a 10-day span, 5,000 attendees from around the globe will participate in Alzheimer 2000 to share information on pivotal research and creative care. This event will mark the first time that researchers, physicians, and other Alzheimer specialists from around the world will unite to improve the lives of people affected by Alzheimer's disease.
WHY: By the year 2025, more than 22 million people worldwide will develop Alzheimer's disease. It's a growing global crisis, in need of a global solution.
WHEN: World Alzheimer Congress 2000 is segmented into three events:
Alzheimer 2000 Event Main Audience Dates
Pivotal Research Researchers & Clinicians July 9-13, 2000
Bridging Research Physicians July 13-14, 2000
and Care
Creative Care Hands-on care professionals July 15-18, 2000
ADI members
WHERE: Washington Hilton and Towers
Washington, D.C., U.S.A.
For more on information about:
-- Submission of abstracts, registration/hotel accommodations, exhibit space, sponsorship, CONTACT the Alzheimer 2000 information line, 312-335-5813 or visit
[email protected]-- Media credentials and press room guidelines,
SOURCE Alzheimer's Association
Web site: http://www.alz.org