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Alzheimer鈥檚 Disease is the most common cause of dementia and affects mainly older people, leading to symptoms such as confusion, speech and memory problems

The World Health Organisation estimates it affects 55 million people around the globe and by 2050, that number is predicted to triple.

Now, it is hoped that will be replaced by new era of drugs to treat Alzheimer's, which could see a 27% slower rate of decline.

Host James Reynolds hears from three women in the UK and the US about how they care and cope when one of those affected is a loved one, including Jillian in Arizona, who looks after her mother.

鈥淚 think the hardest bit is remembering it鈥檚 the disease and not her when she鈥檚 having a really tough moment,鈥� says Jillian. 鈥淏ecause I think we can all can get frustrated sometimes, no matter how much we love our loved one, and just carrying through for her even if she鈥檚 irritable with me or not knowing who I am. Remembering to love the person and to sort of forgive the disease.鈥�

Three researchers also assess the latest findings and share their optimism for the future treatment of Alzheimer鈥檚 and other neurodegenerative diseases.

(Photo: Jillian McCleary with her mother Linda Credit: Jillian McCleary)