February 6, 2007 has been proclaimed Alzheimer's Awareness Day

Texans will descend on the State Capital on February 6th to raise awareness about Alzheimer's and other dementias. Activities will include an Advocacy Rally in the Capital Rotunda at 10am, followed by visits to legislators throughout the day.

A luncheon at the Austin Hilton Hotel will feature Lt. Governor David Dewhurst presenting leadership awards, on behalf of the Texas Council of Alzheimer's Disease, to State Senators Nelson, Duncan, and Ogden. These senators will be recognized for their role in sponsoring legislation to appropriate funds for Alzheimer's research in Texas. Their efforts led to the first-ever funding of a $2 million Alzheimer's Research Initiative during the last legislative session.

The following is the proclamation by Texas Governor Rick Perry.