TODAY special anchor Maria Shriver has been a passionate advocate in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease ever since her father, Sargent Shriver, passed away from the illness a decade ago. Having witnessed firsthand the devastating impact of Alzheimer’s, Shriver has dedicated herself to raising awareness and supporting efforts to combat the disease. Now, she joins the TODAY show to share insights on the latest breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s research and discuss how these discoveries are reshaping our understanding of the disease. Additionally, Shriver offers practical advice for women, who are at a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s, on how they can take proactive steps to potentially prevent or delay the onset of the disease, emphasizing the importance of lifestyle changes, early detection, and ongoing research.