New Mexico has paired up with the Alzheimer's Association in a pilot U.S. initiative aimed at raising awareness about a disease that affects several million people across the nation, including family members and friends who often provide countless hours of unpaid care.

New Mexico has paired up with the Alzheimer's Association in a pilot U.S. initiative aimed at raising awareness about a disease that affects several million people across the nation, including family members and friends who often provide countless hours of unpaid care.

New Mexico is rolling out a first-of-its-kind campaign promoting early Alzheimer’s detection. The New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department said 46,000 New Mexicans have Alzheimer’s disease and many are still undiagnosed.