Summary Alzheimer's disease is an irreversible brain disorder that destroys a person's memory and thinking skills. It is a disease that affects millions of Americans. This four-part documentary series focuses on the causes, symptoms, treatment and possible cures of the progressive brain disorder, and takes a close look at the effects the fatal disease has on both the patients and their loved ones. The series is part of a larger project, which includes 15 supplemental short films, a website and a national outreach campaign, to bring forth a new understanding of the disease. View more details
Directed : Unknown
Written : Unknown
Stars : Maria Shriver Cici Carmen Alissa Anderegg
Genres : Documentary
Release date : May 9, 2009
Countries of origin : United States
Official sites : HBO
Language : English
Production companies : HBO Documentary Films
Summary Alzheimer's disease is an irreversible brain disorder that destroys a person's memory and thinking skills. It is a disease that affects millions of Americans. This four-part documentary series focuses on the causes, symptoms, treatment and possible cures of the progressive brain disorder, and takes a close look at the effects the fatal disease has on both the patients and their loved ones. The series is part of a larger project, which includes 15 supplemental short films, a website and a national outreach campaign, to bring forth a new understanding of the disease. View more details
Genres : Documentary
Release date : May 9, 2009
Countries of origin : United States
Official sites : HBO
Language : English
Production companies : HBO Documentary Films