At the first sign of memory loss, many seniors fear the worst: Alzheimer�s. But there may be other causes for forgetfulness that may be treatable, such as depression, stress and medication side effects.

To help people learn more about Alzheimer�s disease and other causes of memory loss, Somerset Medical Center and the Geriatric Health Alliance will present �Forgetfulness: It�s Not Just Alzheimer�s Disease� on Wednesday, Nov. 5 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Somerville Elks.

Eileen Doremus of the Greater New Jersey Chapter of the Alzheimer�s Association will provide an overview of memory loss and explain the difference between age-related memory loss and Alzheimer�s disease. John Greenberg, MD, a neurologist at Somerset Medical Center, will discuss the signs and symptoms of the disease and activities to keep the mind sharp.

The program is offered free of charge. Pre-registration is required by calling (908) 595-2345 or by registering online at somersetmedicalcenter.com.

Somerset Medical Center is a nationally accredited 355-bed acute care and teaching hospital providing comprehensive emergency, medical/surgical and rehabilitative services to Central New Jersey residents. In addition to inpatient, same-day and outpatient care, the medical center offers a broad range of community programs ranging from health fairs and screenings to seminars and support groups. Somerset Medical Center is a major clinical affiliate of the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

The Geriatric Health Alliance is a coalition of health care professionals representing 17 non-profit hospitals in the tri-state region. Since 1989, this multidisciplinary group has been meeting to address and prepare for the needs of aging Americans in their respective communities. For more information about the Geriatric Health Alliance, call (914) 681-2109.