Aricept: A Promising Drug for Memory Improvement in Alzheimer's Patients

The video discusses the discovery of mild cognitive impairment in Francis, a condition affecting millions of Americans, which can progress to Alzheimer's disease. It introduces Aricept, a drug that aids brain cell communication, showing benefits for Alzheimer's patients and those with milder memory issues. The drug's effects can last up to three years, as seen in Francis's case. With aging populations, early testing for Alzheimer's is becoming more common.

What improvement did Frances Richmond notice after taking the drug?

What do researchers say about the aging populations in the West?