Star Trek
Actor James Doohan Dies After a Battle with Alzheimer's Disease
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July 20, 2005
In addition to suffering from memory loss, confusion and changes in mood, people with Alzheimer's disease may lose their ability to move around and eat. Movement problems may lead to bed sores. Problems swallowing food may lead to pneumonia if food is inhaled. In fact, pneumonia is a frequent cause of death to people with Alzheimer's disease. Mr. Doohan will be missed by his family, friends and many fans. |
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