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November 5, 2025
Heartfelt Revelation: ‘The Notebook’ Star Gena Rowlands Faces Alzheimer’s Battle
In "The Notebook,'' actress Gena Rowlands played Allie Calhoun with Alzheimer's. Gena's son, the film's Director, reveals Gena now has Alzheimer’s — just like her character did on screen. Kaylee Hartung reports, while Dr. Tara Narula discusses the latest on Alzheimer's. (Video)
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It is a place where we separate out the wheat from the chafe, the important articles & videos from each week’s river of news. Google gets a new post on Alzheimer’s or dementia every 7 minutes. That can overwhelm anyone looking for help. This site filters out, focuses on and offers only the best information. it has helped hundreds of thousands of people since it debuted in 2007. Thanks to our many subscribers for your supportive feedback.
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