Source: Fox News
Summary
Capt. Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger III, the pilot who saved 155 people in the “Miracle on the Hudson,” has been diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease. Sullenberger, 75, shared his diagnosis in a public statement, saying he’s had trouble recalling details in the past year despite having a photographic memory. He was diagnosed in August 2025. Sullenberger plans to continue serving the public by raising Alzheimer’s awareness.
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The advice sounds familiar.
Alzheimer’s disease, a type of dementia, affects memory, thinking, and behavior, and has no cure. However, treatments can help slow symptoms, and lifestyle changes, such as mental and physical activity, may help prevent the disease. Dr. Daniel Amen, a psychiatrist, recommends 11 protective factors to ward off Alzheimer’s, including promoting blood flow, reducing inflammation, and avoiding toxins. Sullenberger’s diagnosis enters a new phase in his life, where he plans to focus on raising awareness about the disease.
It’s a diagnosis that spares no age group and impacts millions of people around the world.
Author: Evan Null
