Dementia costs in the United States reach record high in 2025

A 29-year-old became a new mom — and months later, caregiver to her dad with Alzheimer’s. She’s part of the growing ‘sandwich generation.’

Rachael Piltch-Loeb’s father showed symptoms of Alzheimer’s shortly before her first son was born. Rachael Piltch-Loeb Rachael Piltch-Loeb was always excited for her dad to become a grandfather. He was the picture of longevity, pursuing hobbies like basketball, biking, tennis, and playing the guitar. Most of all, he loved kids: after building a career as an architect and general contractor, he decided to become a middle-school teacher in his 40s…

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Dementia costs soar to $781 billion by 2025, driven by unpaid caregiving and lost income, highlighting the emotional toll on families.

Dementia costs in the United States reach record high in 2025

The total economic burden of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias in the United States will reach $781 billion this year, according to new USC-led research.

'I'm a neurologist — here's why dementia is rising and how to reduce your risk’

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‘I’m a neurologist — here’s why dementia is rising and how to reduce your risk’

Dementia cases continue to rise in the U.S., with people over age 55 facing a 42% risk of developing the condition in their lifetime. A recent study led by Johns Hopkins predicted half a million dementia cases in 2025 and one million per year by 2060. That doesn’t mean people are powerless in reducing their risk, however, according to Dr. Joel Salinas, a behavioral neurologist and associate professor at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. BLOOD PRE…