World Alzheimer's Day is celebrated on September 21 each year since it was instituted by the World Health Organization and the International Federation of Alzheimer's.

According to official data it is estimated that in Spain there are currently 800,000 affected by this degenerative disease that is causing the gradual loss of memory.

This celebration is used by the associations to organize workshops and roundtables which describes the current situation is publicized disease and demanding aid for those affected and their families.

Moreover, in 2008 it is expected to open in Salamanca the State Center for Alzheimer's reference. It will offer services for permanent residence and enhance the research of a disease that currently has no cure.