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Ryan Archer

Bill Ritter's Wife Thought It Was Just Aging, But Doctors Say These Memory Changes Can Signal Alzheimer's

Bill Ritter (Credit: Getty Images/Getty ))

Veteran ABC 7 New York anchor Bill Ritter has publicly revealed that he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, sharing his experience in hopes of raising awareness about the condition and encouraging others to recognize its early signs.

Ritter discussed his diagnosis alongside his wife, Kathleen, in an interview detailing the memory changes that gradually became more noticeable over time and ultimately led him to seek medical evaluation. Their story has renewed public discussion about Alzheimer's disease, particularly the subtle symptoms that may initially be mistaken for normal aging.

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