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Hilarity for Charity's Origin
- Seth and Lauren Miller Rogen started Hilarity for Charity due to their frustration with Lauren's mother's early-onset Alzheimer's diagnosis.
- Their initial events were comedy shows, but they evolved to include support groups and financial aid for caregivers.
Alzheimer's Prevalence
- Advances in treating other diseases mean people live longer, increasing the likelihood of developing Alzheimer's.
- The majority of people in their 80s experience some form of dementia, primarily Alzheimer's.
Costco Board Anecdote
- Bill Gates shares a humorous anecdote about his father's experience with Alzheimer's and his time on the Costco board.
- Despite his condition, Bill's father recognized his son's advice and resigned from the board.