[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 186 (Wednesday, November 20, 2019)]
[House]
[Page H9102]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                RECOGNIZING ALZHEIMER'S AWARENESS MONTH

  (Mr. BURCHETT asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. BURCHETT. Mr. Speaker, November is Alzheimer's Awareness Month. I 
rise to recognize the millions of Americans across this great country 
who are living with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
  Alzheimer's is a frightening disease that has impacted several 
individuals close to me. My Aunt Jane lost her battle with the disease, 
while my Aunt Virginia continues to fight it. Additionally, the 
legendary Pat Summitt, a friend of mine--she actually came to my 
father's funeral--who coached the University of Tennessee Lady Vols 
basketball team for 38 seasons, lived with and brought awareness to 
Alzheimer's disease before passing away in 2016.
  I am especially thankful for the caregivers who assist those living 
with a memory disorder. Friends, family members, and trained 
professionals care for these patients and make sacrifices to ensure 
their comfort. These efforts must not be overlooked, Mr. Speaker.
  Individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's need to know they are not 
alone in their battle against this difficult illness. And while I 
remain optimistic about new treatments and ongoing research to find a 
cure, this November I encourage my constituents and colleagues to take 
a moment to think about those Americans living with Alzheimer's disease 
and say a prayer for them and their families and to show support for 
the caregivers who look after and advocate for them.

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